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May 13, 2025
These Cheesy Stuffed Jumbo Shells are the perfect blend of creamy, savory, and comforting. Each shell is generously filled with a seasoned ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan mixture, then baked over rich marinara sauce. The result is a dish that’s melty, cheesy, and bursting with flavor—perfect for holidays or cozy nights in. Easy to prepare and absolutely delicious, it’s a crowd-pleasing classic you’ll want to make again and again.
10 Ingredients
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Cheesy Stuffed Jumbo Shells
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Boil jumbo shells in salted water until very al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a bowl, mix ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup Parmesan, egg, salt, pepper, and parsley until well combined.
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Spread 1/2 jar of marinara sauce evenly on the bottom of an oven-safe baking dish.
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Stuff each shell with the ricotta mixture using a spoon or piping bag.
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Place filled shells over the marinara layer in the baking dish.
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Top with additional mozzarella, Parmesan, and more marinara sauce.
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Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Top with more Parmesan and serve hot.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Shell Selection Secrets 🐚Choose jumbo pasta shells that are thick and uniform in size to ensure even cooking and perfect filling capacity.
- Ricotta Moisture Magic 💧Drain ricotta cheese thoroughly using a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer to prevent watery filling and ensure a creamy, dense stuffing.
- Cheese Blend Perfection 🧀Mix cheeses at room temperature and fold gently to create a smooth, homogeneous filling that distributes evenly in the shells.
- Marinara Layer Technique 🥫Spread a thin, even layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish before adding stuffed shells to prevent sticking and add flavor depth.
- Baking Cover Trick 🔪Cover the dish with foil for the first 25 minutes of baking to prevent cheese from over-browning, then uncover for the last 10-15 minutes to achieve a golden, bubbly top.
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