Cheese-Stuffed Shells in Marinara Sauce

 

 

 

 

 

A traditional Italian-style favorite is made easier for you! Combine Buitoni Marinara Sauce with stuffed shells, add a tossed salad and warm bread and sit down to a satisfying meal!

 

Estimated Times 

Preparation time:    15 mins

Cooking time:         30 mins

 

 

Ingredients

 

  12   jumbo dried pasta shells, prepared according to package directions, drained  

 

  1  cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, divided  

 

  1  cup fat free or reduced-fat ricotta cheese  

 

  1/2  cup grated Parmesan cheese  

 

  1   large egg  

 

  1/4  teaspoon ground black pepper  

 

  1  container (15 oz.) BUITONI Refrigerated Marinara Sauce  

 

 

 

 

 

Directions

 PREHEAT oven to 350°F.

 

COMBINE 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg and pepper in a medium bowl. Stuff each shell evenly with cheese mixture; place in ungreased 12 x 71/2-inch (2-quart rectangular) baking dish. Pour sauce over shells.

 

BAKE for 25 minutes or until bubbly. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake for an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.