ITALIAN STUFFED SHELLS

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A dear friend first brought over this stuffed shells recipe. Now I take it to other friends' homes and to potlucks, because it's always a big hit! -Beverly Austin, Fulton, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups hot water
1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 cups 4% cottage cheese
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
24 jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat, crumbling beef, until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in water, tomato paste, bouillon and oregano. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine egg, cottage cheese, 1 cup mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Stuff shells with cheese mixture., Preheat oven to 350°. Arrange shells in a greased 13x9-in. or 3-qt. baking dish. Pour meat sauce over shells. Cover; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes longer. Freeze option: After assembling, cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake as directed, adding remaining 1 cup mozzarella after 30-40 minutes and increasing time as necessary for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 866mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Novelette Townsend
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These shells were delicious! I used a combination of ground beef and sausage for the filling, and it was so flavorful. The shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and rich. I will definitely be making these again.


Ranindhu pramodh
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The shells are easy to stuff and the filling is delicious. I like to add a little bit of extra spinach and ricotta cheese to the filling for a bit more flavor.


Joseph Etheridge
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These shells were amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. The filling was so creamy and flavorful, and the shells were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making these again.


The most annoying girl In the world
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I made these shells for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the shells were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make


Teresa Jackson
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These shells were delicious! I used a combination of ground beef and sausage for the filling, and it was so flavorful. The shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and rich. I will definitely be making these again.


Firad Ahmed
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The shells are easy to stuff and the filling is delicious. I like to add a little bit of extra spinach and ricotta cheese to the filling for a bit more flavor.


Diana Jackson
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These shells were amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. The filling was so creamy and flavorful, and the shells were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making these again.


Alhadis Ksa
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I made these shells for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the shells were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make


Brian Sikazwe
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These shells were delicious! I used a combination of ground beef and sausage for the filling, and it was so flavorful. The shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and rich. I will definitely be making these again.


Portia Molatedi
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The shells are easy to stuff and the filling is delicious. I like to add a little bit of extra spinach and ricotta cheese to the filling for a bit more flavor.


Noluthando Ndhlela
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These shells were a hit! I made them for my family and they loved them. The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the shells were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


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