Cheese-Filled Jumbo Shells - cooking recipe
Ingredients
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1 (12 oz.) pkg. jumbo shells (uncooked)
4 c. (2 lb.) Ricotta cheese
2 c. (8 oz.) shredded Mozzarella cheese
3/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
3 eggs
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
3/4 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
3 1/2 c. (32 oz. jar) spaghetti sauce
Preparation
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Cook shells per package directions.
Drain.
Cool in single layer on waxed paper or aluminum foil.
In a large bowl, combine cheeses, eggs, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper.
Fill each shell with about 2 tablespoons of cheese mixture.
Spread a thin layer of sauce on bottom of rectangular pan (13 x 9 x 2-inch).
Place filled shells, open side down, in single layer in pan.
Cover with remaining sauce.
Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Cover with foil; bake at 350\u00b0 for about 35 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
Fills about 36 shells.
Makes 10 to 12 servings.
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