Name: Crispy Stuffed Barilla Jumbo Shell Pasta Aperitivo Bites
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 Box Barilla® Jumbo Shells; 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 small shallot, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tbsp tomato paste; ½ tbsp dried oregano; ½ tsp dried basil; ½ tsp dried rosemary; ½ tsp fennel; ¼ cup mascarpone (or ricotta); ½ cup shredded mozzarella; ¼ cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano; 1-2 tbsp fine breadcrumbs; 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley; Salt and freshly cracked black pepper

Crispy Stuffed Barilla Jumbo Shell Pasta Aperitivo Bites

40 minutes

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These Crispy Stuffed Jumbo Shell Aperitivo Bites turn Barilla Jumbo Shells Pasta into the ultimate shareable snack. Filled with Italian-seasoned beef, creamy mascarpone, mozzarella, and Parmigiano, these Jumbo Shells are coated in breadcrumbs, and air-fried until golden and crunchy. Perfect for entertaining, these savoury bites are made for dipping and sharing.

Lasagne and Oven-Baked Recipes

Ingredients

4 servings

1Box Barilla^® Jumbo Shells

1lb lean ground beef

1small shallot, minced

1garlic clove, minced

1tbsp tomato paste

½tbsp dried oregano

½tsp dried basil

½tsp dried rosemary

½tsp fennel

¼cup mascarpone (or ricotta)

½cup shredded mozzarella

¼cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano

1-2tbsp fine breadcrumbs

1tbsp finely chopped parsley

Salt and freshly cracked black pepper

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Cook Barilla Jumbo Shells in a large pot of salted boiling water until just shy of al dente. Drain and lay flat to cool.

Step 2

In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with shallot and garlic until browned.

Step 3

Stir in tomato paste, oregano, basil, rosemary or fennel, salt and pepper. Cook until the mixture is concentrated and mostly dry. Remove from heat and cool.

Step 4

In a bowl, combine cooled beef mixture with mascarpone, mozzarella, Parmigiano, breadcrumbs and parsley.

Step 5

Spoon filling into one shell and gently press a second shell on top to seal.

Step 6

Lightly brush with olive oil and sprinkle with breadcrumbs and Parmigiano.

Step 7

Air fry at 400°F for 6–8 minutes until golden and crisp.

Step 8

Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Barilla^® Jumbo Shells

Barilla^® Jumbo Shells are the ultimate pasta for creating delicious stuffed dishes. Inspired by the shape of sea shells, these large, concave pasta shells are perfect for holding rich fillings and flavorful sauces. Made with 100% durum wheat semolina and non-GMO ingredients, Barilla Jumbo Shells deliver authentic Italian taste and quality in every bite.

Shape

Lasagne and Oven Cuts

Cook time

12 minutes

Pack size

340 g (4 x servings)

Range

Classic Blue Box

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