Pizza Stuffed Shells
The ultimate comfort food, Pizza Stuffed Shells are cheesy, flavorful, and easy to make. Packed with savory meats and topped with gooey cheese, these shells are perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Try them tonight for a deliciously satisfying meal!
Equipment
- Meat Chopper
Ingredients
- 12 ounce Jumbo pasta shells
- 1/2 pound Ground beef
- 1/2 pound Pork sausage
- 1/2 each Bell pepper (any color, chopped)
- 1 small Onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup Freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 small can Sliced olives
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 24 ounce Marinara pasta sauce (or 5-minute pizza sauce)
- 4 ounces Pepperoni, chopped
- 1 heaping cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook jumbo shells according to package instructions, until al-dente. Drain from water and lay out on a large dish to cool, so that they don't stick together.
- Meanwhile, brown ground beef and pork sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove grease.
- Add cooked meat to a large mixing bowl. Add chopped bell pepper, onion, parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic, olives, and ½ cup of marinara sauce. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spread a thin layer of sauce over the bottom of a 9x13'' or similar size pan.
- Add a heaping spoonful of meat mixture into each jumbo shell, filling them very full, and line them up along the bottom of a 9x13'' or similar size pan.
- Spoon remaining sauce evenly over the noodles. Top with chopped pepperoni and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Tip 1: Leftover shells can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Just reheat in the microwave or oven.
- Tip 2: You can freeze uncooked stuffed shells. Just assemble them, cover tightly with foil, and place them in the freezer. Bake from frozen, adding an extra 10 to 15 minutes to the baking time.
- Tip 3: Serve your shells with a simple green salad or garlic bread to complete the meal.
- Tip 4: Add red pepper flakes to the meat mixture if you prefer a bit of heat.
- Tip 5: Try different types of cheese like ricotta or cheddar for a unique twist.