Basil Pasta Shells Recipes

BASIL STUFFED SHELLS

Steps:

• Mix the beaten eggs with the ricotta, parmesan and basil.
• Add seasonings and adjust to taste.
• Cook large pasta shells in 6 quarts boiling water till just tender. Drain and rinse in cold water.
• Stuff each shell with about 3 tbsp of filling and place in a casserole dish.
• Top with tomato sauce.
• Bake in a preheated 375° oven for about 25 minutes.

BASIL PASTA SHELLS

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onions in oil until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, bacon, basil and pepper; cook and stir until tomatoes are softened. Rinse and drain pasta; stir into tomato mixture. Add half of the cheese. , Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

PROSCIUTTO BASIL PASTA SHELLS

Steps:

• Heat oven to 375 degrees.
• Spray 8 inch square baking dish with non stick cooking spray.
• Cook pasta to desired doneness.
• Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
• Meanwhile, heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat until hot.
• Add garlic and prosciutto; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until garlic is light golden brown.
• In medium bowl, combine 1/2 the prosciutto mixture with ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, basil, and egg; mix well.
• Stir spaghetti sauce into prosciutto mixture remaining in skillet.
• Spoon ricotta mixture into cooked shells; Cover with foil.
• Bake at 375 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes or untill mixture is thoroughly heated.