Introduction
Pasta is one of the most versatile and delicious foods around. You can make it in a variety of ways and it never gets old. Today, we are going to talk about a recipe that is perfect for any occasion: turkey stuffed pasta shells. It’s a hearty and delicious dish that is sure to please everyone at the dinner table.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need to make this dish:
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 box jumbo pasta shells
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375F. 2. Cook the pasta shells according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside. 3. In a large pan, cook the ground turkey until browned. 4. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pan and cook until the onion is translucent. 5. In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. 6. Add the turkey mixture to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined. 7. Stuff each pasta shell with the turkey and cheese mixture. 8. Pour the marinara sauce into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. 9. Place the stuffed shells into the baking dish. 10. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the shells. 11. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. 12. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. 13. Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
This dish is a great source of protein and calcium. Here is the nutritional information for one serving of turkey stuffed pasta shells:
- Calories: 357
- Protein: 29g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 526mg
Conclusion
Turkey stuffed pasta shells are a delicious and filling dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and some easy instructions, you can make this dish in no time. It’s a great way to get some protein and calcium into your diet, and it’s sure to please everyone at the dinner table. So why not give it a try tonight?
