Three Cheese Stuffed Shells in Chorizo Tomato Sauce

Name: Three Cheese Stuffed Shells in Chorizo Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 15 whole Jumbo Shells, Cooked According To Package Directions; 2 cloves Garlic; 9 ounces, weight Beef Chorizo (not Cured); 15 ounces, fluid Canned Tomato Sauce; 1/2 teaspoons Dried Basil; 1/4 teaspoons Italian Seasoning; 1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1/4 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce; 1/2 teaspoons Sugar; 1 cup Ricotta Cheese; 1- 1/2 cup Mozzarella, Shredded, Divided Use; 1/2 cups Parmesan, Shredded; 1 whole Egg; Salt And Pepper

Servings: persons

15 whole Jumbo Shells, Cooked According To Package Directions
2 cloves Garlic
9 ounces, weight Beef Chorizo (not Cured)
15 ounces, fluid Canned Tomato Sauce
1/2 teaspoons Dried Basil
1/4 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1/4 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce
1/2 teaspoons Sugar
1 cup Ricotta Cheese
1- 1/2 cup Mozzarella, Shredded, Divided Use
1/2 cups Parmesan, Shredded
1 whole Egg
Salt And Pepper

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
In a saucepan lightly sprayed with cooking spray over medium high heat, cook garlic for 1 minute.
3
Add the chorizo and break it down as it cooks.
4
Once cooked through, drain most of the fat.
5
Add the tomato sauce, basil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, a touch of salt and pepper.
6
Bring to a boil then turn the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
7
In a bowl combine the ricotta, 1/2 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, salt and plenty of pepper.
8
Set aside.
9
Cover the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish with about 1/2 cup of the tomato sauce.
10
Fill each shell with some of the cheese mixture and put in the baking dish seam side down.
11
Repeat with the rest of the shells.
12
Top with the remaining sauce and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella on top.
13
Bake for 30 minutes or until its bubbly and the cheese is melted.

448

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 15 whole Jumbo Shells, Cooked According To Package Directions, 2 cloves Garlic, 9 ounces, weight Beef Chorizo (not Cured), 15 ounces, fluid Canned Tomato Sauce, and more.

Yes, Three Cheese Stuffed Shells in Chorizo Tomato Sauce 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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