Print

Beef & Cheese Stuffed Pasta Tubes

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Comforting Beef & Cheese Stuffed Pasta Tubes filled with seasoned ground beef and creamy cheeses, then baked in rich marinara sauce until bubbly and golden. A hearty, crowd-pleasing classic perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

  • 12–14 jumbo pasta shells or cannelloni tubes
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Cook pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool slightly.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned. Drain excess grease and cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, combine ricotta, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, and parsley. Fold in the cooked beef mixture.
  6. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of the baking dish.
  7. Fill each pasta shell with the beef and cheese mixture and arrange in the dish.
  8. Spoon remaining marinara sauce over the top and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Cook pasta just until al dente to prevent tearing.
  • Substitute ground turkey or sausage for variation.
  • Add sautéed spinach or mushrooms for extra vegetables.
  • Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze assembled unbaked dish for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://cookedbymaya.com/beef-cheese-stuffed-pasta-tubes/