For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the ground beef mixture. To make ahead, assemble the stuffed shells in the baking dish, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time. You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the ground beef. For a smoother sauce, use crushed tomatoes instead of diced tomatoes.
Cheeseburger Stuffed Shells
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 12 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 42 mins
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SERVING10 People
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VIEWS18
Imagine the comforting flavors of a classic cheeseburger, reimagined within tender jumbo pasta shells, bathed in a tangy tomato and cheddar sauce. This family-friendly dish is hearty, satisfying, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate38 g
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Cholesterol91 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein28 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium708 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat18 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
0 mins
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
02
Step
12 mins
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta shells and cook according to package directions, about 12 minutes, until al dente. Drain well.
03
Step
8 mins
While pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until browned, approximately 5 to 8 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
04
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0 mins
In a large bowl, combine the cooked ground beef mixture, ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
05
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0 mins
In a separate bowl, whisk together the pasta sauce and water.
06
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0 mins
Spread 1/3 of the sauce mixture evenly over the bottom of a large baking dish. Top with 1/2 of the drained diced tomatoes. Stuff each cooked pasta shell with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the beef and cheese mixture. Arrange the stuffed shells in a single layer over the sauce and tomatoes.
07
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0 mins
Pour the remaining sauce mixture and tomatoes over the stuffed shells. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
08
Step
40 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. Remove the foil and sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of Cheddar cheese over the top.
09
Step
10 mins
Continue baking, uncovered, for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly golden brown.
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Hailee Ondricka
Jun 21, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! My kids absolutely love it.
Karl Runte
Jun 20, 2025So much better than traditional stuffed shells! The cheeseburger flavor is a fun twist.
Marley Borer
Jun 4, 2025I added a little bit of Italian seasoning to the beef mixture and it was delicious!
Kenna Hintz
May 5, 2025I found the sauce to be a little too sweet for my taste, so I added a splash of vinegar.