Stuffed Jumbo Pasta Shells - cooking recipe

Ingredients

Cheese Filling
2 lbs ricotta cheese (you may use cottage cheese, same amount)
1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, grated
2 eggs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 -2 tablespoon dried Italian spices (to taste)
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped, extra for garnish, if desired
fresh basil, torn into small pieces, if desired
16 ounces jumbo pasta shells

Preparation

Prepare shells by adding them to a large pot of boiling, salted water** for approximately 15 minutes. They will cook more when you place them in the oven, so don't over cook them).Drain, but don't rinse.
Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F.
Prepare cheese filling:
Beat the eggs; add ricotta, Mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese; mix in seasonings, including fresh basil if using.
Using a large casserole dish, beginning with sauce, layer the cheese-filled shells, then more sauce, ending with the sauce.
Bake 45 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the casserole is heated through.