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Gluten Free Beef and Ricotta Stuffed Shells Are Delicious!

Gluten Free Beef and Ricotta Stuffed Shells
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A delicious and hearty dish featuring gluten-free pasta shells stuffed with a savory mixture of beef and ricotta cheese, topped with marinara sauce and baked to perfection.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 12 gluten-free pasta shells
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the gluten-free pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef, ricotta cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stuff each pasta shell with the beef and ricotta mixture.
  6. Spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  7. Place the stuffed shells in the baking dish and top with the remaining marinara sauce.
  8. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  10. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the stuffing for added nutrition.
  • For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.
  • These stuffed shells can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking.

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