Description
These Hearty Stuffed Shells with Savory Sloppy Joe Filling combine tender jumbo pasta shells with a rich, tangy, and slightly sweet ground beef filling, topped with melty mozzarella. A fun twist on two comfort food classics, this easy baked pasta dish is perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
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12 jumbo pasta shells
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 bell pepper, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup tomato sauce
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1/4 cup ketchup
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp mustard
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook for about 5 minutes, until softened.
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Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes to blend the flavors.
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Stuff each cooked shell with the sloppy joe filling and arrange in a greased baking dish.
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Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the shells. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake another 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook for about 5 minutes, until softened.
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Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes to blend the flavors.
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Stuff each cooked shell with the sloppy joe filling and arrange in a greased baking dish.
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Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the shells. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake another 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
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Notes
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You can substitute ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter or vegetarian version.
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Serve with a green salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
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The filling can be made a day ahead for easy assembly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American