Stuffed Shells with Meat Sauce

Stuffed shells with meat sauce is a classic Italian-American dish that combines pasta, ricotta cheese, and a hearty meat sauce to create a flavorful and filling meal. I make it leaner with ground turkey and to add nutrients, I add spinach to the filling. This dish can be made ahead of time and is perfect for serving a large group or if you need a family dinner idea.

Ingredients for Stuffed Shells with Meat

Jumbo Pasta Shells (e.g. Barilla or gluten-free pasta) Onion, finely chopped Garlic cloves, chopped Olive oil Lean ground turkey (either 99% or 93% lean) or ground beef Crushed tomatoes (e.g. Tuttorosso) Fresh basil, chopped Salt and pepper Part-skim ricotta cheese Part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded Large egg Frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed Parmigiano Reggiano or parmesan cheese

How To Make Stuffed Shells with Ricotta and Meat Sauce

Stuffed Shells Storage and Freezer Tips

Stuffed shells freeze well. Assemble the dish, cover tightly with plastic wrap and then aluminum foil, and freeze. To bake, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight and bake as directed. (You can see more freezer meals here).

What to Serve with Stuffed Shells:

Enjoy stuffed shells with a side salad and some crusty garlic bread for a complete dinner.

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