Ingredients for Shells Baked With Pesto Meat Sauce
- Olive Oil, as needed
- Onion
- Salt, to taste
- Pasta Shells
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese, plus more for sprinkling
- Ground Beef
- Chopped Tomatoes
- Pesto Sauce
- Mozzarella Cheese
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How to Make Shells Baked With Pesto Meat Sauce
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly oil a 13x9 inch baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in pesto.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
- Add cooked pasta to the meat sauce and toss to coat.
- Pour half of the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Top with half of the mozzarella and 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.
- Layer the remaining pasta mixture on top. Sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
54 g
Sugar
22g
Fat
70g
Carbs
23g
