Sausage-Stuffed Pasta Shells

Health score
11%
Sausage-Stuffed Pasta Shells
75 min.
6
563kcal

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Sausage-Stuffed Pasta Shells, a delightful dish that brings together the rich taste of Italian sausage and creamy ricotta cheese, all enveloped in tender jumbo pasta shells. Perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends, this recipe is not only satisfying but also easy to prepare, making it a go-to choice for any occasion.

Imagine the aroma of savory sausage sizzling in the pan, mingling with the fragrant Italian herbs and spices. As you mix the ingredients, the anticipation builds for the delicious layers of flavor that await. Each stuffed shell is a little pocket of joy, generously filled with a hearty sausage and cheese mixture, then smothered in a rich tomato sauce that ties everything together beautifully.

With a total preparation and cooking time of just 75 minutes, you can have this mouthwatering dish ready to serve, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. The combination of protein, fat, and carbohydrates ensures a well-rounded meal that will leave everyone satisfied and asking for seconds. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, these Sausage-Stuffed Pasta Shells are sure to impress and become a beloved staple in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

  • 18 jumbo shells (from 16-oz package)
  • lb ground sausage italian
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese 
  •  eggs slightly beaten
  • 28 oz tomato sauce canned
  • tablespoon seasoning italian
  • teaspoon garlic powder 
  • oz pizza cheese shredded italian

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cool water; drain.
  2. Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink; drain. Stir ricotta cheese and egg into sausage.
  3. In medium bowl, mix tomato sauce, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. In 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, spoon 1 cup tomato sauce mixture over bottom. Spoon about 2 tablespoons sausage mixture into each pasta shell. Arrange shells on sauce in baking dish. Spoon remaining sauce over stuffed shells.
  4. Bake uncovered 30 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle with cheese.
  6. Bake uncovered about 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories563kcal
Protein21.8%
Fat68.28%
Carbs9.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.33
Glycemic Load
3.91
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.096956621046%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:563.46kcal
28.17%
Fat:43.51g
66.94%
Saturated Fat:16.22g
101.36%
Carbohydrates:14.22g
4.74%
Net Carbohydrates:11.75g
4.27%
Sugar:5.05g
5.62%
Cholesterol:128.44mg
42.81%
Sodium:1322.17mg
57.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.26g
62.53%
Selenium:34.12µg
48.75%
Vitamin B1:0.48mg
31.98%
Phosphorus:278.54mg
27.85%
Calcium:272.88mg
27.29%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
23.04%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
21.03%
Potassium:691.88mg
19.77%
Vitamin B3:3.94mg
19.7%
Vitamin A:942.01IU
18.84%
Zinc:2.64mg
17.6%
Vitamin B12:0.99µg
16.57%
Iron:2.93mg
16.3%
Vitamin E:2.22mg
14.79%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.28%
Vitamin C:10.8mg
13.09%
Copper:0.25mg
12.47%
Magnesium:43.33mg
10.83%
Vitamin B5:1.08mg
10.82%
Fiber:2.48g
9.92%
Vitamin K:9.69µg
9.23%
Folate:32.66µg
8.16%
Vitamin D:0.29µg
1.92%