Rich, cheesy, creamy, and absolutely irresistible — these Cheesy Stuffed Shells with Sausage Alfredo are the definition of comfort food.
Tender jumbo pasta shells are stuffed with creamy cheese filling, slow-cooked in a luscious Alfredo-style sauce, and topped with savory sausage crumbles for the ultimate pasta dinner.
Ingredients:
• Jumbo pasta shells
• Italian sausage
• Ricotta cheese
• Mozzarella cheese
• Parmesan cheese
• Heavy cream
• Cream cheese
• Garlic
• Butter
• Italian seasoning
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Parsley
Step-by-Step Recipe:
Cook jumbo shells until slightly firm
Brown Italian sausage
Mix ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan
Stuff shells with cheese mixture
Prepare creamy Alfredo sauce
Layer sauce in slow cooker
Add stuffed shells
Top with sausage crumbles
Cook until bubbly
Garnish and serve
Estimated Calories: 620–760 calories per serving
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
Serving Size: 4–6 servings
Cooking Tips:
✔ Slightly undercook shells before stuffing
✔ Use full-fat cheeses for creaminess
✔ Add extra mozzarella on top
✔ Let rest 5 minutes before serving
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