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 lb. ground chuck; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 8 oz. shredded Mozzarella cheese; 1/2 c. Italian-style dry bread crumbs; 1/4 c. chopped parsley; 1 egg; salt and pepper; 18 giant shells; 2 (15 1/2 oz.) jars spaghetti sauce; 1/3 c. dry red wine; 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb. ground chuck
1 large onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
8 oz. shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/2 c. Italian-style dry bread crumbs
1/4 c. chopped parsley
1 egg
salt and pepper
18 giant shells
2 (15 1/2 oz.) jars spaghetti sauce
1/3 c. dry red wine
1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese

1
In a skillet, brown chuck, onion and garlic until chuck is crumbly.
2
Drain excess fat; cool.
3
Stir in cheese, crumbs, parsley and egg.
4
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
5
Cook shells in boiling, salted water until almost tender, about 15 minutes. Drain.
6
Use meat mixture to stuff shells.
7
Spoon 1/4 of sauce over the bottom of a 9 x 12 x 2-inch baking pan.
8
Place shells on top of sauce side by side in a single layer.
9
Mix wine with remaining sauce and pour over shells.
10
Sprinkle with cheese.
11
Bake in preheated oven (400u00b0) for 20 to 25 minutes until brown and bubbly. Serves 6.

340

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 lb. ground chuck, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 clove garlic, chopped, 8 oz. shredded Mozzarella cheese, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Giant Shells falls under the General 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.

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Stuffed Giant Shells

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