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Mushroom and Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 24 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 16 oz mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped mushrooms to the skillet. Cook until the mushrooms release their liquid and it evaporates, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and the cooked mushroom mixture.
- Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Fill each cooked pasta shell with the mushroom and ricotta mixture and place them in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let the stuffed shells cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Mushroom and Ricotta Stuffed Shells have a rich history rooted in Italian cuisine. This delectable dish is believed to have originated in the Campania region of Italy, where skilled chefs combined earthy mushrooms and creamy ricotta to create a filling for pasta shells. The dish gained popularity in the United States through Italian-American restaurants, where it became a beloved comfort food. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Italian eateries, where chefs use high-quality mushrooms and fresh ricotta to elevate the flavors. The key to a perfect Mushroom and Ricotta Stuffed Shells lies in the quality of the ingredients and the careful balance of flavors.
70 min
6
380 calories
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