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Close-up of stuffed shells plated with garnish, showing melty cheese and beef filling

Ground Beef Stuffed Shells

Emily
These Ground Beef Stuffed Shells are the ultimate comfort food—cheesy, savory, and easy to make. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or make-ahead freezer meals.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 20 pieces Jumbo Pasta Shells Cooked al dente
  • 1 lb Ground Beef 80/20 preferred
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Divided
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan
  • 1 Egg Lightly beaten
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
  • 3 cups Marinara Sauce Jarred or homemade
  • Salt and Pepper To taste
  • Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside on a tray to cool.
  • In a skillet, brown the ground beef until cooked through. Drain excess fat and set aside to cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, mix cooked beef with ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread 1 cup of marinara in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Fill each pasta shell with beef mixture and place in dish.
  • Top shells with remaining marinara and 1 cup mozzarella. Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 more minutes.
  • Let rest 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

For best results, use a piping bag or zip-top bag to fill the shells. You can assemble and refrigerate this dish up to 24 hours ahead.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 520 kcal
Total Fat: 29 g
Saturated Fat: 14 g
Cholesterol: 105 mg
Sodium: 780 mg
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 6 g
Protein: 29 g
Potassium: 680 mg
Calcium: 320 mg
Iron: 3 mg
Vitamin A: 850 IU
Vitamin C: 6 mg
Keyword Baked Pasta, Ground Beef Pasta, Stuffed Shells