Ingredients
Gathering these ingredients is like preparing for a culinary symphony, where each component plays its part in creating a masterpiece:
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound mushrooms, finely chopped (button or cremini work well)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth (or chicken broth for added depth)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Chopped fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Let’s embark on a culinary adventure together, step by step, to create this delightful dish:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until they release their moisture and become golden brown.
- Add the minced garlic to the mushrooms and sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked mushroom-garlic mixture, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Fill each cooked pasta shell with the mushroom-cheese mixture and place them in a greased baking dish.
- In the same skillet used for the mushrooms, add the heavy cream and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and let it reduce slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the stuffed shells in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International