1pounduncooked pork sausageI used mild so my kids would eat it, but this would be awesome with spicy sausage!
1 1/2cupssliced mushroomsor about 8 ounce package
2cupsdiced green peppersor about a 10 ounce package
2cupsdiced onionor about a 10 ounce package
14.5ouncecan diced tomatoesdrained
1tablespoongarlicminced
32ouncesricotta cheese
24ouncesspaghetti sauce
1 1/2cupsParmesan cheesegrated
3cupsmozzarella cheeseshredded
Instructions
Cook shells per package directions, then chill by rinsing with cold water. Set aside.
In a large pan, brown sausage then add onion, peppers, mushroom, and garlic. Saute on medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring regularly. Add tomatoes and cook about one more minute.
Drain meat and veggies with a colander (but set aside drippings!) and add ricotta. Mix well, then carefully spoon mixture into cooked shells.
Place stuffed shells into a casserole dish (or dishes) and drizzle with reserved drippings and spaghetti sauce. (If you are going to freeze, do so now).
Sprinkle with Parmesan and mozzarella bakeAT 350F for 35 - 45 minutes until heated through and cheese is bubbly and browning.
Notes
Calories are automatically generated. For best results calculate based on your exact ingredients.
As written, this recipe makes three 8x8 casserole dishes (the equivalent of three meals for a family of four). Our family of 7 typically eats two of the pans at dinner and saves one in the freezer for another time.
You can also prepare it in one 9x13 dish and one 8x8 dish, or in a single large roasting pan.
Make it easier by purchasing frozen pre-diced veggies from your freezer section!