Description
Sausage Stuffed Shells are a comforting Italian dish that combines tender jumbo pasta shells filled with a savory mixture of Italian sausage, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella. Baked in marinara sauce and topped with gooey cheese, this dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Experience the rich flavors and delightful textures that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 15 oz ricotta cheese (whole milk)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil salted water in a large pot, cook jumbo shells until al dente, drain, and let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled cooked sausage, ricotta, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and basil.
- Generously fill each shell with the sausage mixture.
- Spread marinara sauce in a baking dish. Place stuffed shells upright and cover them with remaining sauce and mozzarella.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 563mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 54mg