Stuffed Shells

Pasta shells stuffed with cheese, topped with tomato sauce, and baked until bubbly.

Yield 6 servings
Time 45 minutes
Tools
  • saucepan
  • colander
  • wooden spoon
  • baking dish
  • aluminum foil
Ingredients
  • 12 oz of large pasta shells
  • 2 c ricotta cheese
  • 1/3 Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 c mozzarella cheese, grated or diced
  • 1/3 c fresh parsley, chopped
  • dash nutmeg
  • 4-5 c Italian tomato sauce
Directions Preheat oven to 350.

Boil the pasta shells until done, drain, and set aside.

Meanwhile, combine cheeses, parsley, and nutmeg. Spoon enough tomato sauce into the baking dish to cover the bottom. Fill shells and place in a single layer in the pan. Top with remaining sauce, cover with foil, and bake 30 minutes.

Notes More great vegetarian Italian recipes

If you like stuffed foods, you might want to try these other vegetarian recipes:

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