THREE-CHEESE BEEF PASTA SHELLS RECIPE - (4.3/5)

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Three-Cheese Beef Pasta Shells Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by rrxing

Number Of Ingredients 9

24 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 pound lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 (26-ounce) jar chunky tomato pasta sauce
1/4 cup water
1 (8-ounce) container chive and onion cream cheese spread
1 1/2 cups 6 cheese Italian cheese blend, shredded (6-ounces)
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 egg
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package. In 10-inch skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Cool slightly, about 5 minutes. In large bowl, mix pasta sauce and water. Pour 1 cup of the pasta sauce mixture in bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. In medium bowl, mix cheese spread, 1 cup of the Italian cheese, the Parmesan cheese, egg and cooked ground beef. Spoon heaping tablespoon mixture into each shell. Arrange stuffed shells over sauce in baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over top, covering shells completely. Cover with foil. Cover; bake 40 to 45 minutes or until bubbly and cheese filling is set. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Italian Cheese Blend. Bake about 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with parsley.

Angela Welhouse
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Dipal Thulung rai
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I'm not a huge fan of pasta dishes, but this one was really good. The cheese filling was gooey and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy.


Alfaz HASSAN
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use different types of cheese to create different flavor combinations.


Lindsey Streefland
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I've tried this recipe a few times and it never disappoints. It's the perfect comfort food.


patrick mulenga
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This is my go-to recipe for pasta shells. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Able Guy
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Mana Clara Qebane
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The pasta was overcooked and the sauce was too thick. I would not recommend this recipe.


Sydney Cross
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This pasta dish was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more salt and pepper to the sauce.


Aisha Oganda
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The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out delicious. I especially liked the creamy cheese filling.


raheel anis
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The pasta shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Jessica Albright
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of cheeses is perfect and the sauce is rich and flavorful. My friends and family love it!


2021 Emxn
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The cheesy filling and flavorful sauce were delicious, and the pasta shells cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.