Three-Cheese Beef Pasta Shells

Health score
6%
Three-Cheese Beef Pasta Shells
80 min.
8
428kcal

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Indulge in a comforting and delicious meal with our Three-Cheese Beef Pasta Shells, a dish that promises to delight your taste buds and satisfy your hunger. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner, this recipe combines the rich flavors of ground beef, creamy cheeses, and zesty tomato sauce, all nestled within tender jumbo pasta shells. With a preparation time of just 80 minutes, you can easily whip up this hearty main course that serves eight, making it an ideal choice for feeding a crowd.

The magic of this dish lies in its three-cheese blend, featuring chive and onion cream cheese, a melty Italian cheese blend, and the sharpness of grated Parmesan. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors, complemented by the savory ground beef and the aromatic herbs in the pasta sauce. Not only is it a feast for the palate, but it also offers a balanced caloric profile, making it a satisfying option for lunch or dinner.

Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a comforting meal at home, these Three-Cheese Beef Pasta Shells are sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 24 jumbo elbow pasta uncooked
  • lb ground beef 80% lean (at least )
  • 25.5 oz tomato sauce organic
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • oz approx cream cheese spread 
  • oz pizza cheese shredded italian
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package.
  2. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
  3. In large bowl, mix pasta sauce and water.
  4. Pour 1 cup of the pasta sauce mixture in bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. In medium bowl, mix cheese spread, 1 cup of the Italian cheese, the Parmesan cheese, egg and cooked beef. Spoon heaping tablespoon mixture into each shell. Arrange stuffed shells over sauce in baking dish.
  5. Pour remaining sauce over top, covering shells completely. Cover with foil.
  6. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until bubbly and cheese filling is set.
  7. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Italian cheese.
  8. Bake uncovered about 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  9. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories428kcal
Protein21.94%
Fat53.81%
Carbs24.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.88
Glycemic Load
8.76
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.351739359939%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.08mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:427.66kcal
21.38%
Fat:25.71g
39.55%
Saturated Fat:10.4g
64.97%
Carbohydrates:26.07g
8.69%
Net Carbohydrates:23.93g
8.7%
Sugar:4.77g
5.3%
Cholesterol:87.98mg
29.33%
Sodium:757.53mg
32.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.58g
47.16%
Selenium:28.09µg
40.13%
Vitamin B12:1.35µg
22.44%
Zinc:3.25mg
21.7%
Phosphorus:210.15mg
21.01%
Vitamin B3:3.72mg
18.58%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.5%
Calcium:163.68mg
16.37%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.03%
Vitamin A:786.48IU
15.73%
Potassium:496.85mg
14.2%
Iron:2.43mg
13.53%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
12.01%
Vitamin K:11.9µg
11.33%
Vitamin E:1.65mg
11.02%
Copper:0.22mg
10.81%
Magnesium:39.08mg
9.77%
Fiber:2.14g
8.56%
Vitamin C:6.99mg
8.47%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.74%
Folate:20.14µg
5.04%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.8%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.32%