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Amberly Vahn

Comforting Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells

Slow cooker stuffed shells are a comforting, cheesy dish perfect for cozy gatherings, effortlessly made in your slow cooker.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Pasta and Filling
  • 20 jumbo shells pasta shells
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 each egg, beaten
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Group: For Cooking
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or pastry bag

Method
 

  1. Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the jumbo pasta shells and cook them for about 8-10 minutes until they are al dente. Drain and set them aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of mozzarella, Parmesan, beaten egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until smooth.
  3. Take each cooked shell and spoon a generous amount of the cheese mixture into it.
  4. Pour about 1 cup of marinara sauce into the bottom of your slow cooker. Then, place the stuffed shells in a single layer on top. If necessary, add another layer with more sauce.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, checking around the 4-hour mark.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining mozzarella over the top and cover again until it melts.
  7. Carefully spoon the stuffed shells onto plates, and garnish with fresh basil. Enjoy!

Notes

Be sure to check the seasoning of the cheese mixture before stuffing the shells.