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Italian · Pasta

Stuffed Jumbo Shells with Meat and Cheese

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Jumbo pasta shells filled with ground meat and a rich ricotta-style cheese filling, baked in a creamy tomato sauce. A hearty and festive dish for a family dinner.

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Method

1

Boil the jumbo shells al dente according to the package instructions.

2

Finely dice the onion and sauté until soft.

3

Add the ground meat, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the meat changes color.

4

Pour in the puréed tomatoes and heavy cream, stir well, and simmer for a few minutes until you have a thick sauce.

5

For the cheese filling, mix together the cream cheese, egg, minced garlic, and fresh herbs.

6

Stuff the shells with the meat filling, then top each with a little of the cheese mixture.

7

Arrange the shells in a baking dish, spoon the remaining sauce over them, and sprinkle with grated cheese.

8

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.

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