Baked Stuffed Shells

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Health score
18%
Baked Stuffed Shells
45 min.
6
432kcal

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If you're looking to impress your family and friends with a delightful dish, look no further than these Baked Stuffed Shells! This popular recipe combines the comforting flavors of pasta and cheese with a deliciously packed filling that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Ready in just 45 minutes, this meal is perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner, and it serves six generous portions, making it ideal for family gatherings or a meal prep option for the week ahead.

The magic of this dish lies in its creamy and savory stuffing, made from a harmonious blend of mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and a medley of fresh herbs and spices. With added protein from turkey sausage and tofu, this dish is not only satisfying but also nutritious. The rich sauce, simmered to perfection, complements the stuffed pasta shells beautifully, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor.

Baked Stuffed Shells bring a taste of Italy right to your kitchen, allowing you to enjoy the comforting aroma of tomato sauce and melted cheese wafting through your home. Whether you serve it as a side dish or make it the star of your meal, this culinary masterpiece is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to create a dish that's not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 28 ounce canned tomatoes organic crushed canned
  • 18 jumbo shells cooked
  • teaspoon basil dried
  •  eggs lightly beaten
  • tablespoon parsley fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • cup bell pepper green chopped ( 1 medium)
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 1.8 cups onion chopped ( 1 large)
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • ounce parmesan cheese fresh grated
  • tablespoons parmesan cheese fresh grated
  • ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
  • cup bell pepper red chopped ( 1 medium)
  • 0.3 cup red wine 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  •  sun-dried tomatoes 
  • 14 ounce spicy tofu firm reduced-fat
  • tablespoons no-salt-added tomato paste 
  • 0.8 pound turkey breakfast sausage low-fat
  • 0.3 cup water boiling

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. To prepare stuffing, combine 1/4 cup boiling water and sun-dried tomatoes in a small bowl; let stand 20 minutes or until tomatoes soften.
  3. Drain and finely chop.
  4. Combine tomatoes, mozzarella, and next 6 ingredients (through egg) in a food processor; process until smooth. Spoon 2 tablespoons stuffing into each shell. Set stuffed shells aside.
  5. To prepare sauce, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Add onion, bell peppers, and garlic; saut 6 minutes or until tender.
  7. Place onion mixture in a bowl.
  8. Coat pan with cooking spray; return pan to heat.
  9. Add sausage, and cook 6 minutes or until browned, stirring to crumble.
  10. Add wine; cook until wine is reduced to 2 tablespoons (about 3 minutes). Stir in onion mixture, tomato paste, and next 5 ingredients (through tomatoes); bring to a simmer. Cook 25 minutes or until slightly thick.
  11. Spread 2 cups sauce over bottom of an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange stuffed shells in a single layer in pan; top with remaining sauce.
  12. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons Parmesan over sauce.
  13. Bake at 350 for 40 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories432kcal
Protein24.16%
Fat54.45%
Carbs21.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
78.92
Glycemic Load
5.52
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.669565055681%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Petunidin
0.2mg
Delphinidin
0.2mg
Malvidin
1.38mg
Peonidin
0.13mg
Catechin
0.71mg
Epigallocatechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.38mg
Hesperetin
0.06mg
Naringenin
0.18mg
Apigenin
1.46mg
Luteolin
1.34mg
Isorhamnetin
2.34mg
Kaempferol
0.35mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
10.21mg
Gallocatechin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:431.68kcal
21.58%
Fat:26.33g
40.51%
Saturated Fat:8.97g
56.03%
Carbohydrates:23.28g
7.76%
Net Carbohydrates:17.66g
6.42%
Sugar:11.45g
12.72%
Cholesterol:84.55mg
28.18%
Sodium:865.86mg
37.65%
Alcohol:1.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.32%
100%
Protein:26.28g
52.56%
Vitamin C:71.09mg
86.17%
Calcium:394.58mg
39.46%
Vitamin B6:0.64mg
31.92%
Phosphorus:309.83mg
30.98%
Vitamin A:1541.32IU
30.83%
Vitamin K:30.12µg
28.69%
Manganese:0.54mg
26.77%
Vitamin B3:5.17mg
25.84%
Potassium:882.46mg
25.21%
Iron:4.46mg
24.76%
Fiber:5.62g
22.48%
Vitamin B1:0.33mg
22.16%
Vitamin E:3.03mg
20.18%
Copper:0.4mg
19.92%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.75%
Zinc:2.71mg
18.04%
Magnesium:63.75mg
15.94%
Vitamin B12:0.78µg
12.98%
Selenium:8.91µg
12.73%
Folate:50.85µg
12.71%
Vitamin B5:1.14mg
11.4%
Vitamin D:0.97µg
6.48%
Source:My Recipes