Stuffed Shells

Name: Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1 (28-ounce) can whole, peeled tomatoes, crushed in a bowl; 1/2 teaspoon salt; A few pinches of sugar (optional); 2 cups (16 ounces) fresh whole or skim-milk ricotta; 2 cups (8 ounces) grated mozzarella, divided; 1 cup (4 ounces) finely grated Parmesan, divided; 1 large egg; Finely grated zest of 1 lemon (about 1 tablespoon); 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley; 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more for the pasta water; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 8 ounces jumbo shells (save the remaining shells for another use); Torn basil leaves (about 2 sprigs) or 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

Prep:45minCook:50min

Get ready for comfort food supreme: a saucy casserole of giant pasta shells stuffed with ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheese. This is the easy stuffed shells recipe you'll use again and again.

Updated at: Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:59:29 GMT