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Three Cheese Stuffed Shells
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4.45 from 121 votes

Three Cheese Stuffed Shells

Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with three cheeses and seasonings, then baked in your favorite marinara sauce.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 287kcal
Author: Danelle

Ingredients

  • 1 16 oz. package jumbo shell pasta
  • 1 16 oz. container ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1/3 cup dried bread crumbs seasoned
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2-3 cups marinara sauce

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, then rinse with cold water to cool so you can handle the pasta while stuffing.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, bread crumbs, oregano, basil, and salt and pepper to taste; mix well.
  • Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and cover bottom of dish with a thin layer of marinara sauce.
  • Fill shells with cheese mixture and place in dish; cover with remaining sauce. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese on top of sauce.
  • Bake, covered, for about 30-40 minutes or until cheese is melted and sauce starts bubbling. Uncover and bake an additional 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 287kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 1183mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 11g