These Italian Stuffed Shells are the ultimate creamy, cheesy baked pasta dish.
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INGREDIENTS
6 ounces jumbo pasta shells half a standard box
1 egg
15 ounces ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon garlic minced
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
1 tablespoon parsley
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
3 cups marinara
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 375 degrees and bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Once the water comes to a boil, heavily salt the water and add in the shells. Cook for 9 minutes and then drain.
In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta, egg, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt and pepper.
In a 2-quart baking dish, spread ½ cup marinara sauce on bottom of pan.
Spoon the ricotta mixture into the cooked shells and place into prepared baking dish.
Top with the remaining marinara sauce. Sprinkle with the Mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and browned.