Cheesy Ground Beef and Spinach Stuffed Shells with Tomato Basil Cream Sauce

This delightful dish features jumbo pasta shells filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, fresh spinach, and creamy cheese, all topped with a luscious tomato basil cream sauce. It's a family-friendly recipe that combines comfort food with a touch of elegance, making it perfect for both kids and adults.

20m prep
35m cook
6 servings
medium difficulty
Total: 55m
Ingredients
jumbo pasta shells
12 pieces
olive oil
1 tablespoon
onion
1 medium
ground beef
1 pound
fresh spinach
2 cups
ricotta cheese
1 cup
shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups
garlic powder
1 teaspoon
salt
1 teaspoon
black pepper
1 teaspoon
crushed tomatoes
15 ounces
heavy cream
1 /2 cup
dried basil
1 teaspoon
fresh basil leaves
0 to garnish
Instructions
1

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté 1 diced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

3

Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.

4

Stir in 2 cups of fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and mix in 1 cup of ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder.

5

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the beef and cheese mixture, placing them in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

6

In a separate bowl, combine 1 can (15 ounces) of crushed tomatoes, 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

7

Pour the tomato basil cream sauce over the stuffed shells, ensuring they are well covered. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

9

Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.

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