Best 7 Beef Stuffed Shells Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable beef-stuffed shells, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These jumbo pasta shells are generously filled with a savory blend of ground beef, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and a medley of herbs and spices, then smothered in a rich and flavorful tomato sauce. Baked to perfection, these stuffed shells emerge from the oven with a golden-brown crust, promising a delightful combination of textures and flavors. As you delve into this recipe, you'll also discover variations to suit your preferences, including a vegetarian option with spinach and mushrooms, a creamy Alfredo sauce, and a spicy Arrabiata sauce. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventures, our beef-stuffed shells will become a staple in your recipe collection. So, prepare to embark on a taste sensation with our comprehensive guide to this classic Italian dish.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY BEEF-STUFFED SHELLS



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Here's a rich and comforting dish that's terrific right away or made ahead and baked the next day. Pesto makes a surprising filling for these stuffed shells with meat sauce. -Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

20 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup prepared pesto
1 large egg
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce, divided

Steps:

  • Cook pasta shells according to package directions to al dente; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1-1/2 cups Italian cheese blend, Parmesan cheese, pesto, egg and half of the beef mixture., Spread 3/4 cup spaghetti sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Spoon cheese mixture into pasta shells; place in baking dish. Combine remaining beef mixture and spaghetti sauce; pour over shells. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Cover and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover; bake until cheese is melted, 5-10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 730mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

BEEF-STUFFED SHELLS



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To assemble this easy casserole, Candace fills jumbo pasta shells with her beef mixture, then tops them off with spaghetti sauce and mozzarella cheese. Add a green salad and breadsticks for a made-in-moments meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

20 jumbo pasta shells
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce, divided
1 portion Ground Beef Mix, thawed
1-1/2 to 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta shells according to package directions; drain. , Spread about 1 cup of spaghetti sauce in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Fill shells with beef mix; place in pan. Top with the remaining spaghetti sauce. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts :

CHEESY BEEF-STUFFED PASTA SHELLS



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Make and share this Cheesy Beef-Stuffed Pasta Shells recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

18 jumbo pasta shells
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup Italian style breadcrumbs
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 egg, beaten
1 dash pepper
salt
1 (15 1/2 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1/4 cup Burgundy wine or 1/4 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare macaroni shells according to package directions; drain and set aside.
  • Cook ground beef, onion, and garlic in a large skillet until beef is browned.
  • Drain excess fat.
  • Stir in next 6 ingredients.
  • Set aside.
  • Combine spaghetti sauce and wine.
  • Spoon one-fourth of sauce into a lightly greased oblong baking pan; set aside remaining sauce.
  • Stuff macaroni shells with beef mixture, and place in baking dish.
  • Spoon remaining sauce over shells.
  • Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over shells.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 20 minutes.

MAKEOVER EASY BEEF-STUFFED SHELLS



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Enjoy the convenience of this make-ahead dish or bake right away. Either way, it has half the saturated fat of the original recipe but is just as meaty. -Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

20 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1-1/4 cups reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Italian cheese blend, divided
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup prepared pesto
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions to al dente; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup Italian cheese blend, Parmesan cheese, pesto, egg and half of the beef mixture., In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Spread 3/4 cup into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Spoon cheese mixture into pasta shells; place in baking dish. Combine remaining beef mixture and tomato mixture; spoon over shells. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 436mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MEXICAN STUFFED SHELLS WITH GROUND BEEF



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Stuffed shells using beef, corn, and salsa. A great combination of Mexican and Italian.

Provided by Shay

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 48m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
1 (12 ounce) box jumbo pasta shells
1 pound ground beef
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup corn
½ cup sliced black olives
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta shells in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Stir salsa, tomato sauce, corn, and olives into ground beef.
  • Stuff shells with ground beef mixture; arrange in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over stuffed shells.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 20 minutes. Serve shells with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 62.3 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 533.5 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

ROAST BEEF STUFFED SHELLS



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These roast beef, horseradish, and Cheddar stuffed pasta shells are easy to prepare and always a crowd pleaser.

Provided by CNM CATERING

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 ounces jumbo pasta shells
1 ½ pounds thinly sliced deli roast beef
4 (10.25 ounce) cans beef gravy
1 (10 ounce) bottle cream-style horseradish sauce
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 - 9x13 inch baking dishes.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the pasta shells, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink and place shells on a sheet of wax paper to cool.
  • Combine the roast beef and the gravy in a large saucepan and place over medium-low heat. Cook for 10 minutes or until heated through.
  • Use a slotted spoon to fill each shell with roast beef, draining off as much gravy as possible. Spread about 1 1/2 teaspoons of horseradish sauce on top of the beef in each shell. Place the shells in the greased baking dishes, and top with the remaining gravy. Sprinkle the Cheddar cheese evenly over the stuffed shells. Bake, uncovered, until the cheese is melted and the filling is hot and bubbly, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 89 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 33.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 1900.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

STUFFED SHELLS (BEEF)



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Includes beef, wine and parmesan. I can't believe it wasn't already amongst the almost-300 shells recipes on here - it was on a box of shell noodles sometime back in the 80's.. seriously delicious..

Provided by steve in FL

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb large shell pasta
1 lb ground beef
1/4 cup celery, diced
1 small onion, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup red wine
1/2 cup dried breadcrumbs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
salt and pepper
32 ounces spaghetti sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Boil the pasta shells according to package directions; drain.
  • Cook the beef with the celery, onion and garlic until browned; drain fat.
  • Add the wine and cook over medium high heat until the wine has evaporated.
  • Remove from heat and add Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Spread about 1/2 cup tomato sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 pan.
  • Stuff each shell with the meat mixture and lay side by side in the pan. Top with spaghetti sauce and bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Tips:

  • Use a large pot: You'll need a large pot to boil the shells and cook the sauce. A Dutch oven or stockpot is a good choice.
  • Don't overcook the shells: Cook the shells according to the package directions, but be careful not to overcook them. Overcooked shells will be mushy and difficult to stuff.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: The recipe calls for a combination of Parmesan, ricotta, and mozzarella cheeses. You can also add other cheeses, such as Asiago, Fontina, or Provolone.
  • Make sure the sauce is thick: The sauce should be thick enough to coat the shells and hold them together. If the sauce is too thin, it will make the shells soggy.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking dish: When you're baking the shells, make sure not to overcrowd the baking dish. This will help the shells cook evenly.

Conclusion:

Beef stuffed shells are a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. They're also a great way to use up leftover beef. With a little planning, you can easily make this dish ahead of time. Simply prepare the shells and sauce, then store them in the refrigerator or freezer until you're ready to bake them. When you're ready to serve, simply bake the shells until they're heated through and bubbly.

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