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Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells

Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells
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Indulge in the comforting goodness of Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells, a delightful dish that combines jumbo pasta shells filled with a savory beef and cheese mixture, all enveloped in rich marinara sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, these stuffed shells require minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor. As they slow-cook to perfection, the ingredients meld beautifully, creating a satisfying meal that both kids and adults will love. With easy preparation steps and versatile serving options, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 cups cottage or ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 (26 oz) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 box jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Brown ground beef in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add spices and stir well.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage or ricotta cheese with egg and mozzarella. Mix until creamy.
  3. Carefully stuff each jumbo pasta shell with the meat and cheese mixture.
  4. Place stuffed shells in the slow cooker and pour water over them. Top with marinara sauce.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until the shells are tender.

Nutrition

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. Avoid overstuffing the shells to prevent spills during cooking. Check tenderness of pasta around 3-4 hours into cooking.

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