Christmas Stuffed Shells Recipe
Looking for a festive holiday meal? Try this Christmas Stuffed Shells Recipe! These shells are creamy and delicious.
Equipment
- Large pot for boiling shells
- Mixing bowl for filling
- Spoon or piping bag
- Baking dish (9x13 inch works best)
- Aluminum foil
- Oven mitts
Ingredients
- 20 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water.
- Add salt and bring to boil.
- Cook shells for 9 minutes.
- They should be slightly firm.
- Drain and let them cool.
- Mix ricotta in a bowl.
- Add mozzarella and parmesan.
- Crack in the egg.
- Add Italian seasoning.
- Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Spread one cup of sauce.
- Cover the bottom evenly.
- This stops shells from sticking.
- Spoon filling into each shell.
- Use about two tablespoons each.
- Place them in the dish.
- Keep them close together.
- Pour remaining sauce on top.
- Sprinkle extra mozzarella over shells.
- Cover dish with foil.
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Bake covered for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake 10 more.
- Cheese should be bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Don't overcook the pasta shells.
- They will tear easily.
- Let shells cool before stuffing.
- Use room temperature ricotta for smoothness.
- Add spinach for extra nutrition.
- Make ahead and refrigerate overnight.
- The flavors get even better!