Cheesesteak stuffed pasta shells in marinara sauce is a delightful twist on traditional stuffed shells. Here’s a recipe to make this delicious dish:
Ingredients:
- 1 box (12 oz) jumbo pasta shells
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce (plus extra for serving)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Assemble the Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture with ricotta cheese, provolone cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Mix well until evenly combined.
- Stuff the Pasta Shells:
- Using a spoon, carefully stuff each cooked pasta shell with the cheesesteak mixture. Place the stuffed shells in a baking dish that has been lightly greased with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Bake:
- Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells, covering them evenly.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbly.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Serve the cheesesteak stuffed pasta shells hot, garnished with chopped fresh basil or parsley.
- Optionally, serve with extra marinara sauce on the side.
Enjoy your delicious cheesesteak stuffed pasta shells in marinara sauce! It’s a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the richness of a cheesesteak filling with the comforting flavors of marinara sauce and pasta shells.
