Stuffed Giant Shells Recipe

Name: Stuffed Giant Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion; 1 lb. ground chuck or 8 oz. low-fat cottage cheese; 8 oz. Ricotta cheese (can be used); 2 cloves garlic; 8 oz. shredded Mozzarella cheese; 1/2 c. Italian bread crumbs; 1/4 c. chopped parsley; 2 egg whites; 18 giant shells; 32 oz. spaghetti sauce; 1/3 c. dry red wine (optional); 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 large onion
1 lb. ground chuck or 8 oz. low-fat cottage cheese
8 oz. Ricotta cheese (can be used)
2 cloves garlic
8 oz. shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/2 c. Italian bread crumbs
1/4 c. chopped parsley
2 egg whites
18 giant shells
32 oz. spaghetti sauce
1/3 c. dry red wine (optional)
1/2 c. Parmesan cheese

1
Brown chuck, onions, garlic, salt and pepper to taste.
2
Cool. Stir in cheese, bread crumbs, parsley and egg whites.
3
Prepare shells ahead of time.
4
Cook in about a quart of water about 15 minutes.
5
Drain and stuff with cheese mixture.
6
Spoon a thin layer of sauce in a pan.
7
Put shells in single layer.
8
Pour remaining sauce on top and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
9
Bake in 9 x 13 x 2-inch baking pan at 400u00b0 until bubbly.

932

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion, 1 lb. ground chuck or 8 oz. low-fat cottage cheese, 8 oz. Ricotta cheese (can be used), 2 cloves garlic, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Giant Shells falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Stuffed Giant Shells

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