Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our Three-Cheese Stuffed Jumbo Pasta Shells, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features colossal pasta shells generously filled with a luscious blend of three cheeses – creamy ricotta, sharp Parmesan, and nutty Gruyère – enveloped in a velvety tomato sauce. Accompanying this main course are two irresistible recipes: a refreshing Caesar salad, with its crisp romaine lettuce tossed in a tangy dressing, and a decadent chocolate mousse, a symphony of rich chocolate and airy creaminess that serves as the perfect finale to this extraordinary meal.
**Recipes:**
1. **Three-Cheese Stuffed Jumbo Pasta Shells:**
- Jumbo pasta shells cooked to al dente, acting as edible vessels for a tantalizing cheese filling.
- A luscious filling crafted from a harmonious blend of creamy ricotta, sharp Parmesan, and nutty Gruyère, offering a delightful textural contrast to the pasta.
- A velvety tomato sauce, simmered to perfection, enveloping the stuffed pasta shells in a vibrant embrace of flavors.
- Fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, adding a touch of aromatic freshness to the dish.
- A sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, providing a nutty finishing touch and an extra layer of umami.
2. **Caesar Salad:**
- Crisp romaine lettuce, the foundation of this refreshing salad, providing a crunchy base for the tangy dressing.
- A classic Caesar dressing, made with mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, anchovies, and Parmesan cheese, coating the lettuce leaves in a savory and tangy embrace.
- Croutons, adding a delightful crunch and a hint of savory flavor.
- Freshly shaved Parmesan cheese, a final touch of salty richness that elevates the salad.
3. **Chocolate Mousse:**
- Rich chocolate, melted and combined with cream, creating a velvety and decadent mousse.
- Whipped cream, gently folded into the chocolate mixture, adding airiness and a light, fluffy texture.
- A hint of vanilla extract, enhancing the chocolate's flavor and adding a touch of sweetness.
- Served chilled, allowing the mousse to set and develop its full flavor, becoming an irresistible dessert.
THREE CHEESE STUFFED SHELLS RECIPE
Three Cheese Stuffed Shells are a delicious twist on lasagna using jumbo shells that are stuffed with the classic lasagna cheese blend with Italian seasoning all baked in spaghetti sauce for a classic Italian dish. A tried and true family favorite dinner!
Provided by Alyssa Rivers
Categories Dinner Main Course
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook pasta shells according to package directions for al dente, about 9 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta, 1 1/2 cups of the mozzarella, parmesan, basil, Italian seasoning, egg, salt and pepper. Spread 3/4 of the spaghetti sauce on the bottom of a 13x9 inch baking dish.
- Spoon the cheese mixture into the pasta shells and place in the baking dish. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for 5-10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Sodium 1298 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
STUFFED SHELLS III
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
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
THREE-CHEESE BEEF PASTA SHELLS
These Three-Cheese Beef Pasta Shells can be ready to impress in no time at all. Perfect for company and cozy nights at home, this hearty dish only looks like you spent all day in the kitchen. In fact, you can pull stuffed pasta shells with ground beef together with just 25 minutes of prep time, then get the rest of the meal ready while it bakes. These stuffed shells with cream cheese, ground beef, melty cheese and pasta sauce bring a whole new meaning to the term "comfort food." No matter the occasion, nothing satisfies quite like a warm dish of Three-Cheese Beef Pasta Shells.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package.
- In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
- In large bowl, mix pasta sauce and water. Pour 1 cup of the pasta sauce mixture in bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. In medium bowl, mix cheese spread, 1 cup of the Italian cheese, the Parmesan cheese, egg and cooked beef. Spoon heaping tablespoon mixture into each shell. Arrange stuffed shells over sauce in baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over top, covering shells completely. Cover with foil.
- Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until bubbly and cheese filling is set. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Italian cheese. Bake uncovered about 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 3 Shells, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g
THREE-CHEESE JUMBO SHELLS
I love cooking, but I'm not into fancy gourmet foods. I think it's more challenging to make delicious, down-home foods like this beefy casserole with ingredients easily found in the refrigerator and on my pantry shelves. -Marjorie Carey, Alamosa, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Stir in the water, tomato paste, bouillon and oregano. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan cheese and egg. Stuff shells with the cheese mixture., Arrange shells in a greased shallow 3-qt. or 13x9-in. baking dish. Spoon meat sauce over shells. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes longer. Freeze option: After assembling, sprinkle casserole with remaining mozzarella cheese. Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 706mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.
THREE CHEESE STUFFED JUMBO PASTA SHELLS
These are a family favorite! I use my Spicy? Sweet? Marinara sauce recipe #125116 for this recipe. This makes a full box of pasta shells, which is a lot, but this recipe is easily cut in half.
Provided by startnover
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients, except pasta and 1/4 c Parmesan cheese in large mixing bowl.
- Mix well and fill each cooked pasta shell.
- Place in ungreased 11 by 17 pan.
- Cover w/ marinara sauce and then sprinkle with remaining Parmesan, cover w/foil, and bake in 350 oven for 30 minutes.
- Time does not include time to make marinara, but I cook mine as I make the shells so it really doesn't affect the time.
- Servings are a guess.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.1, Fat 29.9, SaturatedFat 17.6, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 911.3, Carbohydrate 39.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 39.1
THREE CHEESE STUFFED SHELLS
These were terrific with fresh homemade marinara sauce with tomatoes from the garden, but I will post as written. Recipe courtesy of The Recipe Critic. Serving size is estimated.
Provided by AmyZoe
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 55m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350. Cook pasta shells according to package directions for al dente, about 9 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta, Parmesan, 1 1/2 cups of the mozarella, egg, salt, pepper, and basil. Spread 3/4 of the spaghetti sauce on the bottom of a 13x9 inch baking dish.
- Spoon the cheese mixture into the pasta shells and place in the baking dish. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake at 350 for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for 5 to 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.5, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 64.3, Sodium 543.3, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 4, Protein 13.4
Tips:
- Jumbo pasta shells are a great choice for stuffing, as they can hold a lot of filling and are easy to eat.
- Use a variety of cheeses in your filling to create a rich and flavorful dish. Some good options include ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and cheddar.
- Cook the pasta shells al dente, so that they are still slightly firm. This will help to prevent them from becoming too soft and mushy when they are stuffed.
- Don't overstuff the pasta shells, or they will burst open during baking. Aim to fill each shell with about 1/2 cup of filling.
- Bake the stuffed pasta shells in a covered baking dish. This will help to keep them moist and prevent them from drying out.
- Serve the stuffed pasta shells with your favorite sauce. Some good options include marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, or pesto.
Conclusion:
Three-cheese stuffed jumbo pasta shells are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With a variety of cheeses, a flavorful sauce, and a crispy topping, these pasta shells are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting pasta dish to try, give three-cheese stuffed jumbo pasta shells a try. You won't be disappointed!
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