Easy Cottage Cheese Stuffed Shells Recipe

Hey there, pasta lovers!

Are you ready for a delicious dinner idea? I’ve got something special for you today!

I’m talking about cottage cheese stuffed shells.

These little pasta wonders are filled with creamy goodness. They’re easy to make and oh-so-satisfying.

Perfect for family dinner or a cozy night in.

Let’s dive into this tasty recipe!

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Preparation Time15-20 minutes
Cooking Time30-35 minutes
Total Time45-55 minutes
Level of DifficultyMedium
 

Ingredients

  • 12 jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 cups pasta sauce
  • 1 and 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 cup ricotta or large curd cottage cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons fresh, minced parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
 

Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Cook Pasta Shells

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Meanwhile, cook 12 jumbo pasta shells according to the package directions.

Once done, set the shells aside to cool until they are manageable enough for stuffing.

 

Step 2: Prepare the Cheese Filling

In a mixing bowl, combine the following ingredients: 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, 3/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 3/4 cup of ricotta or large curd cottage cheese, 1 egg, 2 tablespoons of fresh, minced parsley, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder (optional), 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder (optional), 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Stir gently until all ingredients are well mixed.

 

Step 3: Assemble the Casserole Dish

Spread 1 cup of pasta sauce on the bottom of an 8 x 8 inch casserole dish.

Take each cooked and cooled pasta shell and stuff them with about 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture.

Arrange the stuffed shells in a single layer in the casserole dish.

 

Step 4: Add Sauce and Cheese

Pour an additional 1 cup of pasta sauce over the stuffed shells.

Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

Cover the dish loosely with a sheet of foil to prevent the cheese from burning.

 

Step 5: Bake and Serve

Bake the covered dish in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the contents are hot and bubbly.

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 3 to 5 minutes to fully melt the cheese to a golden finish.

Take the dish out of the oven and let it sit for about ten minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Enjoy your delicious stuffed shells!

Image: mollyshomeguide.com / Photographer Molly
Image: mollyshomeguide.com / Photographer Molly


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