meatball stuffed shells
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This recipe has won over many a pot luck lunch and most of my boyfriends past. These shells can be served as a meal with bread and salad, served on the side of another Italian dinner or be set out on their own! Meatball fans will be shocked and impressed! Enjoy :)
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prep time
30 Min
cook time
1 Hr
method
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yield
8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup onion
- 1/4 cup green pepper
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon oregano, dried
- 1 tablespoon italian seasoning blend
- 1 box macaroni, large shells
- 1 - egg
- 1/2 cup italian bread crumbs
- 1 jar spaghetti sauce
- 1 package shredded cheese italian blend or mozzarella
How To Make meatball stuffed shells
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Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat oil on med-high heat and add onion, pepper and garlic. Sautee for 2 to 3 minutes, then add hamburger, oregano and Italian seasoning. Salt and pepper to taste. Cook until hamburger is no longer pink. Drain, leaving maybe 2 Tbsp. of fat for flavor. Remove from heat and cool.
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Step 2Prepare shells as directed on the box. Be sure the shells are cooked until tender. Drain and cool in a soak of cold water (maybe 2 minutes).
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Step 3Transfer meat to a mixing bowl and add egg, breadcrumbs, and 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese. Mix vigorously until a soft meaty stuffing is formed.
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Step 4Form heaping spoonfuls of stuffing and gently place them inside cooked pasta shells.
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Step 5Empty jar of spaghetti sauce over the entire pan of stuffed shells, dress with mozzarella cheese, cover
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Step 6Cover and bake for 50 minutes at 350 degrees.
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