Shells with Ricotta

6 ingredients
14 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large pasta shells
  • 2 cups fresh ricotta cheese
  • 6 cups Marinara Sauce
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley

Directions

  1. 1
    Cook the shells in a large, deep pot in rapidly boiling salted water until al dente.
  2. 2
    Meanwhile, combine ricotta, 4 cups Marinara Sauce, and Pecorino Romano cheese in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
  3. 3
    Cook, stirring constantly, for 4 minutes or until well combined and hot.
  4. 4
    Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  5. 5
    Remove from heat.
  6. 6
    Cover and keep warm.
  7. 7
    Warm remaining Marinara Sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
  8. 8
    Drain shells.
  9. 9
    Return drained shells to the pot.
  10. 10
    Over medium-high heat, stir in 1/2 cup ricotta sauce.
  11. 11
    Using a wooden spoon, toss together for 1 minute.
  12. 12
    Remove from heat and stir in remaining ricotta sauce.
  13. 13
    Spoon onto a large serving platter with a ladleful of Marinara Sauce over the top.
  14. 14
    Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

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