Big Pasta Stuffed Shells Recipe

Ingredients for Big Pasta Stuffed Shells

• Pasta Shells
• Garlic Clove
• Ricotta Cheese
• 4 slices bacon
• Spaghetti Sauce
• Fresh Parsley
• 2 large eggs
• Mozzarella Cheese
• Parmesan Cheese

How to Make Big Pasta Stuffed Shells

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Boil 1 pound jumbo pasta shells for 6 minutes, or until al dente. Drain immediately and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
3. In a large bowl, beat 2 large eggs. Stir in 15 ounces of ricotta cheese (or cottage cheese).
4. Add 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese, ½ cup (1.25 ounces) grated Parmesan cheese, and ½ cup chopped fresh parsley. Cook 4 slices of bacon until crispy, then crumble and stir into the mixture.
5. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
6. Spread 1 cup of your favorite tomato sauce (recipe #106003 recommended) on the bottom of a large (9x13 inch) glass baking dish.
7. Fill each pasta shell generously with the ricotta mixture. Arrange the stuffed shells in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the shells. Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the shells.
8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the shells are heated through.
10. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!