Description
Experience the delightful blend of creamy ricotta and savory meat in these healthy high protein meal prep dishes. Perfect for busy weeks, this recipe is a quick, flavorful option for lunch or dinner, bringing comfort and nourishment to your table.
Ingredients
- Shell Pasta (12 oz)
- Ricotta Cheese (15 oz)
- Ground Meat (1 lb)
- Tomato Sauce (24 oz)
- Cheese (1 cup)
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
Instructions
- Cook shell pasta in boiling salted water until al dente.
- Brown the ground meat in a skillet with olive oil, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Mix cooked meat, ricotta, and half of the tomato sauce in a large bowl.
- Preheat oven to 375°F and layer the bottom of a baking dish with remaining sauce.
- Stuff each shell with the meat and ricotta mixture and place them in the dish.
- Top with cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the pasta as it will soften during baking.
Layering sauce beneath and on top keeps the shells moist during cooking.
Feel free to add vegetables like spinach for an extra nutrition boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg