Pasta shells with no-cook tomato sauce is a simple yet delicious meal that can be prepared in no time. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you are craving a quick and easy pasta dish. The no-cook tomato sauce is made with fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil, and it is tossed with cooked pasta shells. The result is a light and refreshing pasta dish that is packed with flavor. Additionally, this recipe is vegan and gluten-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.
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NO-BOIL STUFFED SHELLS
No more wrangling slippery shells. This recipe lets you skip the step of boiling your pasta before stuffing it with cheese. Just fill the shells straight out of the box (it's much easier!) and let the sauce turn them plump and tender in the oven.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Combine the garlic, egg, ricotta, Parmesan, 1/2 cup of the mozzarella, 2 tablespoons of the parsley, a large pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Fold to combine. Transfer the mixture to a resealable plastic bag and snip a 1/4-inch hole in the corner.
- Spread 1/2 cup of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Pipe the ricotta mixture into the shells and arrange them opening-side up in the baking dish. Cover with the remaining sauce and 1 1/2 cups water.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 1 hour. Remove the foil, top with the remaining 1 1/2 cups mozzarella and bake until almost all the liquid has evaporated and the cheese is browned, about 10 minutes more. Let cool 10 minutes. Top with the remaining parsley before serving.
PASTA SHELLS WITH NO-COOK TOMATO SAUCE
Tossing the tomatoes and peppers with vinegar and salt helps release their juices and infuses them with lots of bright flavor.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss together tomatoes, bell peppers, oil, vinegar, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature, 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and add pasta to sauce, tossing to combine. Add basil and toss. Divide pasta amongfour bowls and top each with ricotta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 501 g, Fat 17 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 15 g
NO-COOK FRESH TOMATO SAUCE
Try this sauce at times when you have a box of pasta or a store-bought pizza shell and need a sure-fire topping. Dinner is served. -Julianne Schnuck, Taste of Home Designer
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 15m
Yield about 3-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place tomatoes in a large bowl; stir in basil, oil and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let stand at room temperature until juices are released from tomatoes, 30-60 minutes, stirring occasionally., Serve with hot pasta. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
NO-COOK FRESH TOMATO SAUCE
Try this sauce at times when you have a box of pasta or a store-bought pizza shell and need a sure-fire topping. Dinner is served. -Julianne Schnuck, Taste of Home Designer
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 15m
Yield about 3-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place tomatoes in a large bowl; stir in basil, oil and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let stand at room temperature until juices are released from tomatoes, 30-60 minutes, stirring occasionally., Serve with hot pasta. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
NO TOMATO PASTA SAUCE
My husband can't eat tomatoes so I came up with this so we could have Italian once in a while! Serve over cooked pasta or use instead of canned tomatoes or sauce in any recipe - just change the spices! I now use this as a base for chili, goulash and pizza too!
Provided by Vegan Girl
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Vegetarian
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place carrots and beets, one can at a time, into a blender and blend until smooth. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir garlic and onions until onions are translucent. Stir in pureed carrots and beets then add the bay leaf, Italian seasoning, and red wine vinegar. Cover and cook until the sauce begins to boil. Remove lid and reduce heat to low. Simmer for up to 4 hours, or at least 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 134 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
Tips:
- Use the ripest and juiciest tomatoes you can find for the sauce. This will give it the best flavor.
- If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil. However, fresh basil will give the sauce a much better flavor.
- Be careful not to overcook the pasta. It should be cooked al dente, which means it should be firm to the bite.
- If you are using a store-bought tomato sauce, be sure to taste it before you use it. You may want to add some additional seasonings, such as garlic, salt, or pepper.
- This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. You can add chopped bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach to the sauce.
Conclusion:
This pasta shells with no-cook tomato sauce is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The sauce is made with fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic, and it is bursting with flavor. The pasta shells are cooked al dente, and they are coated in the delicious sauce. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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