👉 Giant Stuffed Pasta Shells

Giant Stuffed Pasta Shells

Ingredients:

• 1 box of giant pasta shells
• 1 lb ground hamburger meat
• 2 cups pasta sauce
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the giant pasta shells according to the instructions on the box. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
3. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the hamburger meat until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease and add the pasta sauce to the meat. Simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. In a bowl, prepare the cream cheese mixture by combining softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well-incorporated.
5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
6. Take each cooked pasta shell and spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture inside.
7. Add a small amount of mozzarella cheese to each shell, followed by a hearty spoonful of the meat mixture.
8. Top each stuffed shell with additional mozzarella cheese.
9. Arrange the stuffed shells in a 9×13-inch baking pan.
10. Cover the pan with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the cheese to melt.
11. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
12. Carefully remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, and serve your delicious giant stuffed pasta shells.

Enjoy your homemade giant stuffed pasta shells with a side salad or garlic bread for a delightful and satisfying meal!