🧀 Classic Cheese Stuffed Shells

Creamy, savory, and so comforting — this baked pasta dish is packed with a rich ricotta filling and smothered in marinara sauce and melty cheese. A timeless family favorite!

🧂 Ingredients:

For the Shells:

20 jumbo pasta shells (uncooked)

Salt for boiling water

Cheese Filling:

15 oz ricotta cheese

1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 egg

1 tbsp chopped parsley or basil

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

For the Sauce:

3 cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)

1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

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