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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Stuffed Shells

These Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Stuffed Shells bring together rich flavors with creamy cheeses and sun-dried tomatoes, topped with marinara and mozzarella—perfect for any gathering or a cozy dinner at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta & Sauce
  • 12-15 shells Large pasta shells
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce
Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Cream cheese
  • 15 oz Ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Filling Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian herbs (e.g., basil and oregano)
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff each pasta shell with the cheese mixture.
  5. Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  6. Place the stuffed shells in the baking dish, then cover with remaining marinara sauce.
  7. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
Baking
  1. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  2. Serve warm, garnished with extra herbs if desired.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. You can customize the filling by adding spinach or other veggies.