Lasagna Stuffed Shells with Meat Sauce

EASY lasagna stuffed shells with meat sauce and ricotta are easy to prep and made with basic ingredients. Simple flavors, satisfying meal!

📝 Ingredients

• 12 oz. jumbo shells
• 1/2 white onion, diced
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1/2 tsp. sea salt
• 32 oz. marinara sauce
• 16 oz. ricotta cheese
• 12 oz. shredded Italian cheese
• 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp. garlic salt

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. 2Boil shells according to package instructions (taking out 2-3 minutes before al dente), drain, and let cool.
3. 3Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until soft and translucent. Turn up heat to medium-high and add ground beef to pan. Break up with spatula and season with sea salt. Cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Stir in marinara sauce and remove from heat.
4. 4In a medium bowl, stir together ricotta cheese, half (1 cup) of shredded Italian cheese, Italian seasoning and garlic salt.
5. 5Stuff cheese mixture into shells.
6. 6Spread a layer of beef sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 casserole dish. Top with a single layer of stuffed shells, beef sauce, and remaining shredded cheese.
7. 7Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese has melted.