Stuffed cheese shells are a perennial favorite in my household, always earning rave reviews. Here’s a professional guide to making this delicious dish:

Ingredients:

• Jumbo pasta shells (boiled)
• Spaghetti sauce
• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp parsley
• 1 tbsp basil
• 1 tsp oregano
• Salt to taste
• Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
• 3 garlic cloves, pressed

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and pressed garlic cloves. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
2. Stuff the Shells: Spread a layer of spaghetti sauce at the bottom of your baking pan. Using an ice cream scoop for ease, fill each boiled jumbo shell with the cheese mixture and place them in the sauce-lined pan.
3. Top and Bake: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the stuffed shells. Cover the pan with aluminum foil.
4. Baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the shells for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt and turn golden.