MEATBALL STUFFED SHELL PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY

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Meatball Stuffed Shell Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: ground beef, ground pork, panko breadcrumbs, dried minced onion, grated parmesan cheese, garlic, fresh parsley, large eggs, kosher salt, pepper, ricotta cheese, fresh basil, fresh parsley, grated parmesan cheese, salt, jumbo pasta shell, marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, fresh basil

Provided by Rie McClenny

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup dried minced onion, fine
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
pepper, to taste
15 oz ricotta cheese
½ cup fresh basil, chopped
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 pinch salt
12 oz jumbo pasta shell, cooked according to package instructions
32 oz marinara sauce
parmesan cheese, for sprinkling
fresh basil, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the beef, pork, bread crumbs, onion, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, eggs, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Take a walnut-sized portion of the meat mixture and roll into a ball. Repeat with remaining meat and transfer to an oiled wire rack set over a baking sheet.
  • Bake the meatballs for 10 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Make the ricotta-herb mixture: combine the ricotta cheese, basil, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and salt in a medium bowl and mix well.
  • Stuff a tablespoon of ricotta mixture into a jumbo shells, then stuff a meatball into the shells.
  • Spread the marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch (23x33-cm) casserole dish, then lay in the stuffed shells. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, until the marinara sauce is warm.
  • Top with chopped basil.
  • Enjoy!

Sheraz Khan5
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Yum!


emy Q
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Can't wait to make this again!


Noor Ail
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Definitely recommend this recipe.


Mr Babu
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This is now my go-to pasta recipe.


Sirag Galato
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Great for a weeknight meal.


Michelle Ekpo
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My family loved this recipe.


Johan Vetie
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Easy to make and delicious!


yididya fantahu
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5 stars!


Abdullh khan
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Would definitely make this again.


Rais Rais
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This dish was a hit with my family! The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the pasta was perfectly cooked. The sauce was creamy and cheesy, and tied everything together nicely.


America Got Talent
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I thought the meatballs were a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


Khan Armani
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The stuffed shells were a bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise they were very good. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


Abegi Jibon
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This pasta is so comforting and delicious. The meatballs are juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and cheesy. Highly recommend!


Jawad Jd
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The stuffed shells were cheesy, flavorful, and a hit with my family.


sakhayathossen kiron
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Loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The meatballs were tender and juicy, while the pasta was perfectly cooked. The sauce was flavorful and tied everything together nicely.


Jazzy J
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The cheese and sauce were melted together to perfection, and the pasta was cooked al dente. This dish is definitely a crowd-pleaser.


Maria Hussain
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I tried making these shells and they turned out perfectly! The filling was flavorful and juicy, and the pasta was cooked just right. Definitely a keeper recipe.


Abby Hall
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This meatball stuffed shell pasta is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of savory meatballs and tender pasta. The cheese adds a creamy richness, while the sauce brings it all together. I highly recommend this recipe for a delicious and satis