Sensational Stuffed Shells

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: Italian

Creamy stuffed shells filled with vegetables and cottage cheese offer a comforting, flavorful vegetarian dish perfect for family dinners and gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. chopped fresh broccoli
  • 1 c. shredded carrots
  • 1/2 c. chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 Tbsp. flour
  • 1/2 c. skim milk
  • 1 1/2 c. cottage cheese
  • 1/4 c. Parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 to 10 creamed jumbo shells, cooked

Instructions

  1. Cook the chopped broccoli, shredded carrots, chopped onion, and garlic in vegetable oil in a skillet until tender-crisp.
  2. Stir in flour and skim milk; cook until thickened.
  3. Remove from heat and add cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; mix well.
  4. Stuff the cooked jumbo shells with the vegetable and cheese mixture.
  5. Place the stuffed shells in a shallow baking dish.
  6. Top the shells with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
  7. Cover and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 25 minutes.
  8. Refrigerate any leftovers.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

745 kcal 37% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 24.1g 48% DV
Total Fat 28.4g 36% DV
Carbs 101.8g 37% DV
Fiber 10.3g 37% DV
Sugar 24.3g 49% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10458.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 1159.5mg 25% DV
Cholesterol 24.3mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1134.5mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 38mg 42% DV
Vitamin D 0.5mcg 2% DV
Calcium 492.3mg 38% DV
Iron 6.5mg 36% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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