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Creamy Tomato Meatball Stuffed Shells: Best Comfort Food Recipe

Creamy Tomato Meatball Stuffed Shells
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A delicious and comforting dish featuring pasta shells stuffed with meatballs in a creamy tomato sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Stuff each pasta shell with the meat mixture and place in a baking dish.
  5. In a saucepan, combine marinara sauce and heavy cream, stirring until smooth. Pour over the stuffed shells.
  6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

  • You can use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner option.
  • Make sure not to overcook the pasta shells.

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Keywords: Creamy Tomato Meatball Stuffed Shells, Comfort Food, Pasta Recipe

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