Stuffed Pasta Shells Recipe

Name: Stuffed Pasta Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Pasta & Noodles
Ingredients: 20 jumbo pasta shells; 1 large egg; 2 c small curd cottage cheese; 3/4 c. Parmesan cheese; 3 1/2 oz. finely chopped ham (3/4 c.); 1/2 c. finely chopped pepperoni; 2 tsp. garlic salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese; 3 c. meatless spaghetti sauce

Servings: persons

20 jumbo pasta shells
1 large egg
2 c small curd cottage cheese
3/4 c. Parmesan cheese
3 1/2 oz. finely chopped ham (3/4 c.)
1/2 c. finely chopped pepperoni
2 tsp. garlic salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese
3 c. meatless spaghetti sauce

1
Cook shells in boiling water according to package directions. Drain.
2
Meanwhile, beat egg in a bowl.
3
Stir in cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, ham, pepperoni, garlic salt and pepper.
4
Spread 1 cup spaghetti sauce in bottom of a 11 1/2 x 7 3/4-inch microwave-safe baking dish.
5
Now spoon about 2 tablespoons of cottage cheese mixture into each shell.
6
Arrange in baking dish in a single layer.
7
Top with remaining sauce and Mozzarella cheese. Cover and microwave 10 to 12 minutes on High, rotating dish 1/4 turn 3 times until bubbly.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 jumbo pasta shells, 1 large egg, 2 c small curd cottage cheese, 3/4 c. Parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Pasta 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 Pasta Shells

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