Creamy Ricotta Beef Stuffed Shells

Delicious and comforting stuffed pasta shells filled with creamy ricotta and ground beef, topped with marinara and cheese.

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Prep Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and chop the garlic and parsley.
Cook the Pasta Shells: Boil salted water and cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Filling: Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat. Add Italian seasoning and garlic, cooking for an additional minute.
Combine Filling Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef, ricotta cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, and parsley. Mix until well combined.
Assemble the Shells: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Stuff each shell with the beef and cheese mixture and arrange in the dish. Pour remaining marinara sauce on top and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Garnish with extra parsley if desired and enjoy!

Feel free to customize the filling with additional vegetables or substitute ground beef with turkey or plant-based meat.