VEGETARIAN PASTA SHELLS

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Vegetarian Pasta Shells image

This colorful entree from Helen Phillips of Horseheads, New York has a lot going for it. It has afresh-from-the-garden taste, it's filling, but not overly high in calories and you can make it ahead of time. Good enough for company, too.k

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup diced yellow summer squash
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups meatless spaghetti sauce, divided
15 jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drained
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, saute the onions, carrot and squash in oil until tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Stir in the ricotta, mozzarella, egg whites, basil, salt and pepper., Spread 1 cup of spaghetti sauce into a 3-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Stuff pasta shells with cheese mixture; arrange in prepared dish. Top with the remaining spaghetti sauce; sprinkle with Parmesan. , Cover and bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 992mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Sandra Cerek
[email protected]

I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I was pleasantly surprised! The shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was flavorful and satisfying. I would definitely make this again.


Mahmood Anwar
[email protected]

This recipe was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it! The shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was flavorful and satisfying. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


NH HASAN
[email protected]

I made this recipe for my husband and he loved it! He said it was one of the best vegetarian dishes he's ever had. I would definitely make this again.


M GamingYt (M gaming Yt)
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. The filling is flavorful and the shells are cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Zahur Hussain
[email protected]

I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family. The shells are cooked perfectly and the filling is flavorful and satisfying. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.


pepetual horatus
[email protected]

I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I often make it for potlucks and parties because it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Paban mandal
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Jakiya Sultana
[email protected]

I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I was pleasantly surprised! The shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was flavorful and satisfying. I would definitely make this again.


Maree Perry
[email protected]

This recipe was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it! The shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was flavorful and satisfying. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


aqeel sheikh
[email protected]

I made this recipe for my husband and he loved it! He said it was one of the best vegetarian dishes he's ever had. I would definitely make this again.


Paul Byrne
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. The filling is flavorful and the shells are cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Abu hannan
[email protected]

I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family. The shells are cooked perfectly and the filling is flavorful and satisfying. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.


Emon Razz
[email protected]

I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I often make it for potlucks and parties because it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Brianna Vine
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Sha
[email protected]

I wasn't sure how this dish would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised! The filling was flavorful and the shells were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Ameen Khan
[email protected]

This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.


Jason Alex Jr
[email protected]

I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were well-balanced and the shells were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


lexxy lema
[email protected]

I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making it again.


Nader Ben Amor
[email protected]

This vegetarian pasta shells recipe was a hit with my family! The filling was flavorful and satisfying, and the shells cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.