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Herb And Zucchini Stuffed Jumbo Shells Recipe. Realistic Photo Casual Kitchen Settings

Herb and Zucchini Stuffed Jumbo Shells

Tender jumbo pasta shells filled with a creamy ricotta, herb, and zucchini mixture, baked in tomato sauce for a cozy and satisfying vegetarian dinner.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 18 pieces jumbo pasta shells, uncooked
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup finely diced zucchini
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1.5 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package directions until just al dente, then drain and let them cool slightly.
  • While the shells cook, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the finely diced zucchini to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes until just tender, then remove from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh basil, dried Italian seasoning, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
  • Add the cooked zucchini to the cheese and herb mixture and stir until everything is evenly combined.
  • Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce over the bottom of a baking dish.
  • Fill each cooled jumbo shell with a generous spoonful of the herb and zucchini ricotta filling and arrange the stuffed shells in a single layer in the baking dish.
  • Spoon the remaining 0.5 cup of marinara sauce over the tops of the stuffed shells and drizzle the water around the edges of the baking dish.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, until the shells are heated through and the sauce is gently bubbling.
  • Let the Herb and Zucchini Stuffed Jumbo Shells rest for 5 minutes before serving so the filling can set slightly.