Name: Stuffed Jumbo Shells with Ricotta and Bolognese Sauce
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: 7
Ingredients: 1 box Barilla Jumbo Shells; Salt, for pasta water; Filling; 2 cups ricotta cheese; 2 cups mozzarella, shredded or finely diced; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated; Zest of 1 lemon; 10–15 basil leaves, finely chopped; To taste Salt and black pepper; Bolognese Sauce; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, finely diced; 1 carrot, finely diced; 1 celery stalk, finely diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/3 lb (about 3 cups) ground beef, or beef/pork mix; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 3 1/4 cups canned crushed tomatoes; 2/3 cup red wine; 1 cup water or broth; To taste Salt and black pepper; Pinch of nutmeg, optional; Topping; 1 1/2 cups mozzarella, shredded; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated; Fresh basil or Parmesan, for garnish

Stuffed Jumbo Shells with Ricotta and Bolognese Sauce

1 hours 40 minutes

Winter and Soup Recipes High Protein Mozzarella Cheese Lemon/Lemon Zest Black Pepper Classic Blue Box Lasagne and Oven Cuts

Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Emilia-Romagna, Stuffed Ricotta Jumbo Shells with Bolognese Sauce brings family and flavour together in every bite. These al dente Barilla Jumbo Shells are filled with creamy ricotta, mozzarella, basil and a touch of lemon, then baked in a hearty Bolognese sauce for a comforting dish made to share.

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Ingredients

7 servings

1 boxBarilla Jumbo Shells

Salt, for pasta water

Filling

2 cupsricotta cheese

2 cupsmozzarella, shredded or finely diced

1/2 cupParmesan cheese, grated

Zest of 1 lemon

10–15basil leaves, finely chopped

To tasteSalt and black pepper

Bolognese Sauce

2 tbspolive oil

1onion, finely diced

1carrot, finely diced

1celery stalk, finely diced

2garlic cloves, minced

1 1/3 lb(about 3 cups) ground beef, or beef/pork mix

2 tbsptomato paste

3 1/4 cupscanned crushed tomatoes

2/3 cupred wine

1 cupwater or broth

To tasteSalt and black pepper

Pinch of nutmeg, optional

Topping

1 1/2 cupsmozzarella, shredded

1/2 cupParmesan cheese, grated

Fresh basil or Parmesan, for garnish

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

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook Barilla Jumbo Shells for 9 to 10 minutes, until slightly under al dente. Drain and set aside until cool enough to handle.

Step 2

For the filling, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, lemon zest, basil, salt and pepper until smooth.

Step 3

For the Bolognese sauce, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onion, carrot and celery, then cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Step 4

Add ground meat and cook until browned. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Add red wine and simmer until slightly reduced.

Step 5

Add crushed tomatoes, water or broth, salt, pepper and nutmeg, if using. Simmer on low for 30 to 45 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 6

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread a layer of Bolognese sauce on the bottom of a baking dish or ovenproof skillet.

Step 7

Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture and place filling side up in the dish.

Step 8

Spoon remaining sauce around and over the shells, leaving some shells visible. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over top.

Step 9

Cover and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until hot and bubbling.

Step 10

Remove foil and broil for 3 to 5 minutes, until golden. Rest for 5 minutes, garnish with basil or Parmesan and serve.

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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