Best 8 Meat Filled Jumbo Shells Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our selection of meat-filled jumbo shell recipes, a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a culinary expedition as we present three distinct recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic Italian dish. From the classic combination of ground beef and ricotta to the hearty indulgence of sausage and spinach, and the vegetarian delight of mushrooms and three cheeses, these recipes promise an explosion of flavors. Get ready to embark on a savory adventure as we guide you through the steps of creating these delectable meat-filled jumbo shells, sure to become a family favorite.

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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.

STUFFED SHELLS I



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Jumbo macaroni shells stuffed with cheese mixture, covered with sauce, and baked.

Provided by SALLYJUN

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package jumbo pasta shells
4 cups large curd cottage cheese
12 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 pinch garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook shells according to package directions. Place in cold water to stop cooking. Drain.
  • Mix together cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, eggs, and garlic powder. Rub the dried herbs in the palms of your hands to pulverize them, and stir into the cheese mixture. Stuff mixture into the shells.
  • Spread 1/3 of spaghetti sauce in the bottom of a 15 x 10 inch pan. Place shells open side up, and close together in pan. Spread remaining sauce over top, and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 35 minutes, or until bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.4 calories, Carbohydrate 59.6 g, Cholesterol 97.9 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1197.5 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

MEAT FILLED JUMBO SHELLS



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These are a hit with our family and friends, they are a little time consuming to put together but so good when your done.

Provided by susan simons

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 oz jumbo shells, uncooked
1 lb ground beef
1 lb italian sausage
4 eggs
1/2 c garlic and herb dry bread crumbs
1/2 c onion, finely chopped
1 Tbsp dried parsely flakes
2 c mozzarella cheese shredded
2 tsp italian seasoning
1/2 tsp adobo seasoning
1/2 c parmesan cheese
3 c hunts zesty and spicy spaghetti sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • 2. Meanwhile in a large skillet, cook meat and onion until meat is thoroughly cooked and onion is tender; drain. In a large bowl, stir together meat mixture, mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, eggs, bread crumbs, parsely, italian seasoning and adobo seasoning.
  • 3. In a 13x9x2 inch baking dish, spread 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce. Fill each cooked shell with 1-1/2 level tablespoons meat filling; layer one half filled shells in prepared dish. Spread 1 1/4 cup spaghetti sauce evenly over shells; layer remaining filled shells over sauce. Spread remaining spagehtti sauce over shells; sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese. Cover with foil; bake 40 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  • 4. Serve with cesar salad and garlic bread.

STUFFED SHELLS III



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This recipe is a hit wherever you go. It is a very rich and cheesy meal and looks like a deep-dish pizza when done. I altered what I was originally given because I did not like cottage cheese and added other ingredients that I thought it deserved.

Provided by Renee

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package jumbo pasta shells
2 eggs, beaten
1 (32 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 pound shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
8 ounces grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (28 ounce) jar pasta sauce
8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large bowl, mix eggs, ricotta, half the mozzarella, half the Parmesan, parsley, salt and pepper until well combined. Stuff cooked shells with ricotta mixture and place in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together pasta sauce, mushrooms and reserved mozzarella and Parmesan. Pour over stuffed shells.
  • Bake in preheated oven 45 to 60 minutes, until edges are bubbly and shells are slightly set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.7 calories, Carbohydrate 43.7 g, Cholesterol 115.6 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 37.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 1544.2 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

MEAT FILLED MANICOTTI



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This is a tasty and filling dish that can be nicely paired with a green salad if desired.

Provided by teppij

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package manicotti pasta
1 pound lean ground beef
1 ½ cups cottage cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 egg whites
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and cool. Reserve.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet brown beef on medium heat. Drain and cool.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine beef, cottage cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg whites and oregano. Mix well. Stuff shells with mixture.
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour enough spaghetti sauce in dish to cover the bottom. Place stuffed noodles in the dish. Cover with spaghetti sauce and top with the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 667.9 calories, Carbohydrate 50.5 g, Cholesterol 103.5 mg, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 40.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 1248.7 mg, Sugar 15.1 g

MEATBALL STUFFED SHELL PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ground beef, ground pork, panko breadcrumbs, dried minced onion, grated parmesan cheese, garlic, fresh parsley, large eggs, kosher salt, pepper, ricotta cheese, fresh basil, fresh parsley, grated parmesan cheese, salt, jumbo pasta shell, marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, fresh basil

Provided by Rie McClenny

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup dried minced onion, fine
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
pepper, to taste
15 oz ricotta cheese
½ cup fresh basil, chopped
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 pinch salt
12 oz jumbo pasta shell, cooked according to package instructions
32 oz marinara sauce
parmesan cheese, for sprinkling
fresh basil, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the beef, pork, bread crumbs, onion, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, eggs, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Take a walnut-sized portion of the meat mixture and roll into a ball. Repeat with remaining meat and transfer to an oiled wire rack set over a baking sheet.
  • Bake the meatballs for 10 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Make the ricotta-herb mixture: combine the ricotta cheese, basil, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and salt in a medium bowl and mix well.
  • Stuff a tablespoon of ricotta mixture into a jumbo shells, then stuff a meatball into the shells.
  • Spread the marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch (23x33-cm) casserole dish, then lay in the stuffed shells. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, until the marinara sauce is warm.
  • Top with chopped basil.
  • Enjoy!

JUMBO SHELLS STUFFED WITH CHEESE WITH MEAT



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A really yummy way to make jumbo shells stuffed with cheese taste. It makes a large amount but could be cut in half. I think it is something you could be sure people would like and be really different. I found the basic on the back of the Barilla noodles box but fixed it up some as it would have seemed bland, so I made this and we love it.

Provided by ICook4dannyPuddin

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 1h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces jumbo pasta shells
1 lb ground beef
26 ounces spaghetti sauce, i like ragu meat flavored for this recipe
2 eggs
32 ounces ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded pre-shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups shredded parmesan cheese, shredded
2 teaspoons basil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons instant minced onion
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons parsley flakes

Steps:

  • Boil shells with butter and salt to taste.
  • Brown hamburger meat and combine with spaghetti sauce; drain shells.
  • Combine the egg, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, basil, garlic powder, minced onion, oregano, salt, parsley flakes, and only 1 cup of the parmesan cheese.
  • Put the mixture in the shells like a tablespoon and half into each one line them up in across a three quart casserole dish.
  • Pour the meat over the top and cook for 30 minutes at 350°F.
  • Add the remaining parmesan cheese over the shells and meat and allow to cook for 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622.6, Fat 32, SaturatedFat 18.7, Cholesterol 151.8, Sodium 1175.9, Carbohydrate 45.2, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 6.6, Protein 37.5

STUFFED JUMBO SHELLS



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Make and share this Stuffed Jumbo Shells recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sassy Cat

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 package jumbo pasta shells, they look like sea shells
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup mushroom, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
pepper, to taste
2 cups your favorite spaghetti sauce or 2 cups marinara sauce
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cook pasta, rinse and set aside Heat Oven to 350 degrees In a large skillet, brown meats and onion, breaking meat into small pieces; drain In a large bowl, stir together meat, eggs, bread crumbs, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, onion, mushrooms, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper.
  • Fill each shell with about 2 Tbl of meat filling.
  • Spread a thin layer of spaghetti sauce in the bottom of oven proof pan.
  • Place a single layer of shells on top of spaghetti sauce.
  • Cover shells with remaining sauce.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup Mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover and bake 30 to 45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  • Uncover for the last 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.6, Fat 20.4, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 123.7, Sodium 703.5, Carbohydrate 14, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 6.8, Protein 23.9

Tips:

  • Use jumbo pasta shells for this recipe, as they can hold more filling and sauce.
  • To make the filling, cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease and season the beef with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • Mix the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, parsley, and garlic in a large bowl until well combined. Add the cooked ground beef and mix until evenly distributed.
  • To assemble the shells, stuff each shell with about 1/4 cup of the filling. Place the shells in a baking dish and pour the marinara sauce over top.
  • Bake the shells in a preheated oven at 350°F for 30-35 minutes, or until the shells are heated through and the sauce is bubbly.
  • Serve the shells immediately, topped with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired.

Conclusion:

Meat-filled jumbo shells are a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a family meal. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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