Jumbo Shells with Asparagus, Prosciutto, Ricotta Cheese and Three Cheese Sauce

Jumbo Shells with Asparagus, Prosciutto, Ricotta Cheese and Three Cheese Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    79

Indulge in this symphony of flavors where tender jumbo shells embrace a creamy ricotta and asparagus filling, studded with savory prosciutto, all bathed in a decadent three-cheese sauce. A truly unforgettable gourmet experience for family and friends.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    85 g
  • Cholesterol
    90 mg
  • Fiber
    7 g
  • Protein
    43 g
  • Saturated Fat
    14 g
  • Sodium
    2626 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    31 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Cook the jumbo shells according to package directions until al dente. (10-12 minutes). Rinse under cold water to stop cooking and drain thoroughly. Gently toss with a drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking and set aside.

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Recipe View In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, chopped asparagus, prosciutto, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Spread 1 cup of the three-cheese sauce evenly across the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Carefully fill each cooked shell with a generous heaping tablespoon of the ricotta-prosciutto mixture. Arrange the filled shells snugly in the prepared baking dish. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View Pour the remaining three-cheese sauce evenly over the filled shells, ensuring they are well coated. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the shells are heated through. (45 minutes)

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Recipe View Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to lightly brown the top. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the cheese to set slightly and the flavors to meld. (10 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider browning the prosciutto in a pan before adding it to the filling.
Fresh asparagus, blanched and chopped, can be used in place of frozen. Adjust cooking time accordingly.
Experiment with different cheeses in the filling, such as fontina or provolone, for a unique flavor profile.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.8/ 5 ( 26 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Jabari Stark

    My family absolutely loved this dish. I will definitely be making it again!

  • Abigail Schinner

    The shells were a little difficult to fill, but the end result was worth it!

  • Eleonore Fahey

    I substituted the prosciutto with cooked pancetta, and it was equally delicious!

  • Nils Zulauf

    This recipe was a huge hit! The filling was so flavorful, and the sauce was perfectly creamy.

  • Mauricio Emard

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling for a little kick.

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