Three-Cheese Jumbo Shells Recipe

Name: Three-Cheese Jumbo Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef; 2/3 cup chopped onion; 2 cups water; 2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste; 1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules; 1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese; 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 24 jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drained

Servings: persons

1 pound ground beef
2/3 cup chopped onion
2 cups water
2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
24 jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drained

1
In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, tomato paste, bouillon and oregano. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan cheese and egg. Stuff shells with the cheese mixture.
3
Arrange shells in a greased shallow 3-qt. baking dish. Spoon meat sauce over shells. Cover and bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
4
After assembling, sprinkle casserole with remaining mozzarella cheese. Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165u00b0.

2933

kcal

Calories

Fat

477

Carbs

129

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound ground beef, 2/3 cup chopped onion, 2 cups water, 2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste, and more.

Yes, Three-Cheese Jumbo 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.

Three-Cheese Jumbo Shells

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