Best 7 Cheesy Shells With Bacon Rsc Recipes

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Cheesy shells with bacon is a dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. It is a combination of flavors and textures that is irresistible. The cheesy filling is made with a variety of cheeses, including cheddar, Parmesan, and ricotta, and is enveloped in a crispy bacon shell. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for a special occasion. With its cheesy, bacon-y goodness, cheesy shells with bacon rsc is sure to be a hit!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BACON-CHEESE STUFFED SHELLS



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"I make these rich shells for parties or for friends- and I always get rave reviews! It will surely please anyone and even have them asking for the recipe." -Bekie Anderson, Austin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

24 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup butter, divided
1-1/2 cups ricotta cheese
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded Asiago cheese, divided
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 cup crumbled cooked bacon
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, divided
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup 2% milk
2 cups shredded Romano cheese
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in 1 tablespoon butter until tender., In a large bowl, beat ricotta and 4 ounces cream cheese until blended. Stir in 1/2 cup Asiago cheese, Parmesan cheese, bacon, 1 tablespoon parsley, garlic salt, nutmeg, pepper and mushroom mixture. Spoon into shells; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt remaining butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add cream, broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Romano cheese and the remaining cream cheese, Asiago and parsley. , Pour over shells. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554 calories, Fat 42g fat (26g saturated fat), Cholesterol 139mg cholesterol, Sodium 975mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

QUICK SHELLS AND CHEESE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 16m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound mini shells pasta
2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups grated Cheddar-Jack
8 ounces processed cheese, such as Velveeta, diced
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
  • Heat the milk and butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the cheeses and stir until melted. Stir in the pepper, salt and seasoned salt. Drain the pasta, and stir it into the cheese sauce. Serve immediately.

CHEESY CHICKEN BACON RANCH CASSEROLE #RSC



Cheesy Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole #RSC image

Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Ranch Contest Entry! The classic chicken, bacon, and ranch flavors combined with macaroni and cauliflower to make a quick and easy casserole the whole family will enjoy, and a great way to sneak in veggies for the kids!

Provided by barefootnblessd

Categories     Macaroni And Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 1 cup, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups diced cooked chicken breasts
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup milk
2 cups chopped cauliflower
8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked
1 (1 ounce) package Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing Mix
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/3 cup bacon bits
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine milk, greek yogurt, and hidden valley ranch seasoning and salt and pepper until smooth.
  • Stir in diced chicken, noodles, cheese and cauliflower.
  • Spread evenly in 13x9 baking dish and top with bacon bits and breadcrumbs.
  • Bake at 350 for 35 minutes, or until breadcrumbs are golden brown and casserole is bubbly. Serve and enjoy!

RANCH AND BACON CHEESY CHICKEN MAC #RSC



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Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. This is a great comfort food that even my kids love. Easy to make and so good. You can even add baby carrots or spinach if you want.

Provided by gayla64

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 10 Cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 slices bacon
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut in cubes
2 shallots
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup mild cheddar cheese
4 cups small elbow macaroni
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
16 ounces Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Dressing

Steps:

  • in a large skillet cook bacon until crisp.
  • Let drain on paper towel.
  • Discard drippings.
  • In the same skillet, cook chicken in 1/4 cup of water, add salt and pepper, cook until tender, turning to cook evenly.
  • Reduce heat under cooked chicken and add 1 bottle of ranch dressing stir together.
  • Add 1 cup of Cheddar cheese and 1/4 of Parmesan cheese stir to melt.
  • Crumble bacon and stir into mixture.
  • Cook macaroni noodles according to package directions. And drain.
  • Pour creamy mixture over noodles in a large serving bowl and mix together.
  • Top with 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese.
  • So creamy and cheese and yummy!
  • 30 minute Serves 6.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 856.8, Fat 53, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 106, Sodium 1406.2, Carbohydrate 59.2, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3.9, Protein 35.3

CHEESY SHELLS WITH CHICKEN



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Make and share this Cheesy Shells With Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups small shell pasta, uncooked
1 tablespoon butter
6 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
1 small green pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)
1/2 teaspoon dried basil (or to taste)
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 3/4 cups half-and-half cream
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 1/4 cups grated old cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon louisiana hot sauce (or to taste)
salt and pepper
1 1/2 cups cooked chicken or 1 1/2 cups cooked turkey
2 cups crushed butter flavored crackers (optional)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Butter a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Cook the shells in a pot of boiling salted water until just al dente (leave the shells slightly undercooked) drain and place in a large bowl, toss with a tablespoon of butter to prevent sticking.
  • In a large skillet melt 3 tablespoon butter; add in the green onions, bell pepper (if using) and basil, saute for about 7-8 minutes, adding in the garlic the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  • Add in the flour and half and half cream, whisking constantly until the mixture is smooth.
  • Add in cream cheese; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly for about 5 minutes or until the mixture thickens.
  • Add in shredded cheddar and hot sauce; stir until the cheese has melted, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the mixture into the bowl with the cooked shells, add in the cooked chicken; toss to combine.
  • Transfer to prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with crushed crackers (if using).
  • Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 749.7, Fat 51.4, SaturatedFat 30.9, Cholesterol 183.6, Sodium 541.9, Carbohydrate 38, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.7, Protein 34.4

CHEESY SHELLS AND GREENS



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This makes a nice meatless dinner for four. Feel free to add a crispy bread crumb topping to this dish by pulsing 4 slices of bread in a food processor to form coarse crumbs. Stir in 1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley and 2 T olive oil. Sprinkle over the pasta before broiling. Recipe is from Woman's Day.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 ounces medium pasta shells
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups milk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg or 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
cayenne, pinch (optional)
1 1/2 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated
kosher salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 bunch spinach, thick stems discarded and leaves roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the flour and cook, stirring for 2 minutes; whisk in the milk.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 5 minutes.
  • Whisk in the mustard, nutmeg, cayenne, if using, 1 cup Cheddar, 1/2 t salt and 1/4 t pepper.
  • Add the pasta and spinach and toss to combine.
  • Heat broiler; transfer the mixture to a 1 1/2 quart broiler-proof baking dish or four 12 ounce ramekins.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar and broil until golden brown, 3-4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 627, Fat 23.9, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 70.3, Sodium 460.1, Carbohydrate 74.2, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 3, Protein 29

CHEESY SHELLS WITH BACON #RSC



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Ready, Set, Cook! Reynolds Wrap Contest Entry. Pasta shells are filled with cheeses and full of flavor. This takes your everyday macaroni and cheese to a whole new level. Crispy bacon lends a salty crunch. Reynolds Wrap over the casserole keeps the shells tender while the cheeses melt and ooze into the pockets of the pasta.

Provided by cookingupstorm2

Categories     Baking

Time 1h

Yield 1 casserole, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons butter
1 cup finely diced onion
4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
2 garlic cloves, minced
16 ounces heavy cream
1/3 cup milk
2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups crushed seasoned croutons
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 lb medium pasta shell
Reynolds Wrap Foil

Steps:

  • Bring 4 quarts salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente or 10-12 minutes. Drain.
  • In a large skillet melt 1 T butter over med-high heat. Add onions and garlic and cook about 2 minutes. Add the other 3 T butter and let melt in the pan. Add flour and stir for another minute reducing the heat to medium. Whisk in the cream and simmer stirring frequently until creamy. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in monterrey cheese, parmesan and cream cheese stirring until melted. Add milk and stir again. Add drained pasta to cheese mix and stir until coated. Stir in the crumbled bacon.
  • Pour into a greased 9x12 dish and top with croutons. Cover with Reynolds Wrap foil and bake for 45 minutes in a 350 degree oven. Uncover and sprinkle with parsley flakes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 762.3, Fat 49.1, SaturatedFat 29, Cholesterol 155, Sodium 645.2, Carbohydrate 55.9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3.5, Protein 24.6

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked bacon or bacon bits.
  • For a creamier sauce, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce for a little spice.
  • Top the shells with extra cheese before baking for a golden brown crust.
  • Serve the shells with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Cheesy shells with bacon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and satisfying meal, give cheesy shells with bacon a try!

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