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Vegetarian stuffed shells

Recipe Information

Description:
Vegetarian stuffed shells is a delicious Italian recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 20 minutes of prep time and about 20 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 40 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 20 Minutes
Cook Time 20 Minutes
Total Time 40 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Pasta Shells; Cottage Cheese
Category Pasta; Dairy
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Italian; American; Fusion
Cook Method Boiling; Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 12 jumbo pasta shells

  • 4 ounces fat-free cream cheese

  • 6 ounces cottage cheese

  • 1 cup fat-free shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1 cup mushrooms, chopped

  • 2 cups marinara sauce

  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic

  • 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano

  • 1/2 tablespoon dried parsley

  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F.

  • Cook the pasta shells according to package directions, drain, and place in cool water.

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, mushrooms, garlic, oregano, parsley, and rosemary. Fill the shells with this stuffing mixture and pour the marinara sauce on top.

  • Cover and bake for 20 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 281 cal

  • Total fat: 2g

  • Saturated fat: <1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: <1g

  • Cholesterol: 42mg

  • Sodium: 712mg

  • Potassium: 100mg

  • Carbohydrate: 39g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Protein: 27g