Ingredients
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For the Stuffed Shells
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup provolone cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
For the Marinara Sauce
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
Cook the Pasta Shells
- Boil Water: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook Jumbo Shells: Add the pasta shells and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Cheesesteak Filling
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, diced onion, diced bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the vegetables are tender.
- Season the Mixture: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Combine Cheeses: In a mixing bowl, combine the beef mixture with provolone cheese and softened cream cheese. Mix until well combined.
Assemble the Stuffed Shells
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread Marinara Sauce: Pour 1 cup of marinara sauce into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Stuff the Shells: Using a spoon, carefully fill each cooked jumbo shell with the cheesesteak filling, placing them in the baking dish.
- Top with Sauce and Cheese: Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake and Serve
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Let the shells cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g