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Stuffed Shells with Meat

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Cheesy Stuffed Shells filled with savory ground beef and Italian sausage, all enveloped in a rich marinara sauce. Baked to perfection and topped with melted mozzarella, this easy stuffed shells recipe is perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it a satisfying dish everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3/4 lb ground Italian sausage
  • 3/4 lb ground beef
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 32 oz ricotta cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup cooked spinach, drained and chopped
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 box jumbo shells (about 12 oz)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook jumbo shells according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced bell peppers until soft. Add ground sausage and beef, cooking until browned. Stir in marinara sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper; simmer briefly.
  4. In a bowl, mix ricotta, spinach, eggs, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, and salt until well combined.
  5. Stuff each shell with the ricotta mixture.
  6. Spread some meat sauce in a baking dish; arrange stuffed shells in a single layer and top with remaining sauce.
  7. Cover and bake for 20 minutes at 350°F. Remove cover, add remaining mozzarella on top, increase temperature to 375°F and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly. Broil for a few minutes if desired.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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