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Stuffed Shells Recipe

Stuffed Shells Recipe – easy recipe for Italian stuffed shells that uses mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese instead of Ricotta cheese in the ingredients.

I just might be the only Italian that is not a fan of Ricotta cheese, so I make my stuffed shells with a special twist – one that doesn’t include Ricotta. Stuffed Shells are a favorite in our house. Stuffed Shells are easy to make and the leftovers re-heat well.

Italian Stuffed Shells Recipe

Stuffed Shells Recipe Ingredients

  • 1 12-oz. package of jumbo shells
  • 1/2 lb. ground beef
  • 1/2 lb. ground pork
  • 1 small can of “stems and pieces” mushrooms
  • 1/4 c. finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 11-oz. package of Trader Joe’s condensed cream of Portabella Mushroom soup*
  • 1 lb. grated mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese
  • sauce

Italian Stuffed Shells Recipe Directions
Cook pasta according to box directions. Rinse in cool water and set aside. I like to undercook them by a couple of minutes so they don’t tear so easily when stuffing. Brown meat in a large saute pan, add onion and garlic and cook for a couple of minutes. Add canned mushrooms and cream of mushroom soup. *The Trader Joe’s Portabella Mushroom soup is a seasonal item and is only available during the fall. (I use a high-end condensed cream of mushroom soup in its place during the off-season.) Lightly oil and layer a 9×13 baking dish with sauce. Remove meat mixture from heat, let cool slightly. Add parmesan cheese and about 2 c. of the mozzarella to meat mixture when you’re ready to begin stuffing. Stuff shells and place in dish. Top with sauce and remaining mozzarella cheese. Cover with foil and cook at 350 degrees for about 25 minutes. Remove foil and cook five more minutes.

There’s a bit of a learning curve but once you get the hang of making delicious Italian Stuffed Shells, the possibilities are endless. You can add and interchange various meats, cheeses, and ingredients. I’ve already made Mexican Stuffed shells (see recipe below), and Pizza Stuffed Shells (using pepperoni, Italian Sausage and pizza toppings like we enjoy like green peppers).

Another great characteristic of Italian stuffed shells is that they reheat well, which is great because the meal is so full and satisfying that you’re bound to have leftovers if you make a hearty portion.

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Thanks to my mom for help with this Italian Stuffed Shells Recipe :)

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