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Stuffed Shells with Meat: A Deliciously Easy Family Favorite

Stuffed Shells with Meat
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Enjoy a hearty dish of stuffed shells filled with meat, perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large pasta shells
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the pasta shells according to the package directions and drain.
  3. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
  4. Mix the cooked beef with ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stuff each pasta shell with the meat mixture and place in a baking dish.
  6. Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like basil or parsley to the filling.
  • Make it ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.

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Keywords: Stuffed Shells, Meat, Family Recipe, Easy Dinner

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