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Irresistibly Creamy Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Shells That’ll Steal the Spotlight

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Learn how to make delicious Creamy Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Shells. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 18 jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound mushrooms, finely chopped (button, cremini, or a mix)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

If you’re out of ricotta, cottage cheese makes a great substitute. For a vegan twist, swap the dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped mushrooms and cook until they’re soft and all the liquid has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the mushrooms and sauté for another minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked mushrooms, ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of mozzarella, Parmesan, parsley, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  5. Stuff each pasta shell with the mushroom and cheese mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  6. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add the milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
  7. Bring the sauce to a simmer, add the nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper. Continue to stir until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  8. Pour the creamy garlic sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella on top.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Pro tip: If you’re feeling adventurous, add a dash of chili flakes for a touch of heat—something my abuela would often do when she wanted to spice things up!

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International