Stuffed Macaroni Shells

Prep: 20 min Cook: 45 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Italian

Stuffed macaroni shells filled with savory meat and topped with melted mozzarella, baked to perfection—an comforting Italian-inspired dish ideal for family dinners and gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 20 macaroni shells
  • 1 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium chopped onion
  • 1 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp parsley
  • 1/2 chopped green pepper
  • 1 (18 oz) can tomato paste
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp red pepper
  • Mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Follow cooking directions on shell package.
  2. Stuff each cooked shell with the meat mixture.
  3. Place stuffed shells in a baking dish.
  4. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  5. Bake for 45 minutes at 350°F (175°C).

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

520 kcal 26% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 29.2g 58% DV
Total Fat 17.6g 23% DV
Carbs 74.9g 27% DV
Fiber 25g 89% DV
Sugar 8.5g 17% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10217.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 2767.3mg 59% DV
Cholesterol 35.8mg 12% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 147.3mcg 16% DV
Vitamin C 105.1mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 1% DV
Calcium 696mg 54% DV
Iron 26.4mg 100% DV

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

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