Bbq Stuffed Shells Recipe

Name: Bbq Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 box (12 ounce) jumbo pasta shells; 1 lb ground beef; 1 1/2 cups favorite barbecue sauce, divided; Ricotta Cheese; Egg; 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; extra cheese for garnish (optional); green onions for garnish (optional)

Get ready to be amazed! These BBQ Stuffed Shells are a unique and surprisingly delicious twist on a classic. Perfectly tender jumbo pasta shells are brimming with a flavorful BBQ-infused filling, then baked to bubbly perfection. A crowd-pleasing side dish for your next potluck or BBQ, or a hearty main course alongside potato salad and baked beans. Prepare to impress your friends and family with this unexpected culinary delight!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 709.7 kcal

Protein 83g

Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bbq Stuffed Shells

1 box (12 ounce) jumbo pasta shells
1 lb ground beef
1 1/2 cups favorite barbecue sauce, divided
Ricotta Cheese
Egg
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
extra cheese for garnish (optional)
green onions for garnish (optional)

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How to Make Bbq Stuffed Shells

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook jumbo pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, brown 1 pound ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease.
Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), and 1 green bell pepper (chopped) to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in 1 cup BBQ sauce, 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
Spoon the meat mixture into the cooked pasta shells. Arrange the stuffed shells in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Pour remaining BBQ sauce over the stuffed shells.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra cheese and green onions (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

97g

Carbs

17g

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