Stuffed Pasta Shells Recipe

Name: Stuffed Pasta Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 to 16 uncooked dried jumbo pasta shells; 1 tablespoon Land O Lakes Butter; 1/3 cup chopped onion; 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic; 1/2 pound ground mild Italian sausage; 1/2 pound ground turkey; 10 (3/4-ounce) slices Land O Lakes Deli Provolone Cheese, cut into thin strips; 1/8 teaspoon dried basil leaves; 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano leaves; 1 1/2 cups pasta sauce with mushrooms

Servings: persons

1
Cook shells according to package directions.
2
Drain; set aside.
3
Melt butter in 10-inch skillet until sizzling; add onion and garlic.
4
Cook over medium heat 3-4 minutes or until tender.
5
Add turkey and sausage.
6
Continue cooking 8-12 minutes or until meat is browned; drain.
7
Add 1 cup cheese, basil and oregano.
8
Spread 3/4 cup spaghetti sauce on bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch microwavable baking dish.
9
Stuff cooked shells with meat mixture; place, meat-side down, in prepared pan.
10
Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over shells; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
11
Cover with waxed paper; microwave on Medium-High (70% power) 5 minutes.
12
Turn dish.
13
Microwave on Medium-High 5-6 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.
14
Let stand 2-3 minutes before serving.

2269

kcal

Calories

Fat

229

Carbs

117

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 to 16 uncooked dried jumbo pasta shells, 1 tablespoon Land O Lakes Butter, 1/3 cup chopped onion, 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Stuffed Pasta Shells

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Variations & substitutions

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