Steam-Baked Vegetarian Stuffed Shells
Precious Nkeih
September 14, 2023
This stuffed shells recipe is hearty, cheesy, saucy, and satisfying. The steam function of the Anova Precision Oven the meal evenly bakes the casserole while retaining its moisture.
Serves
10
Prep Time
00:30
Cook Time
00:25
5 (2)
1233
Ingredients
Extra-virgin olive oil, for the pan
1 (24-ounce) jar
marinara sauce
12 ounces
dried jumbo pasta shells
1.5 tsp
salt, divided
30 ounces
cottage cheese
8 ounces
shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
4 ounces
grated Parmesan cheese
1 large
egg
10
fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
1 Tbsp
finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp
minced garlic
½ tsp
freshly ground black pepper
Steps
1. Preheat the Oven
Rack
Sous Vide Mode: Off
Steam: 50%
Temp: 350°F
Heat: Rear
2. Prepare Pan
Grease an 11- by 13-inch baking dish with olive oil. Spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom of the dish. Set aside.
3. Cook Pasta
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and 1 teaspoon of the salt. Boil until the pasta is just al dente. Be careful not to overcook so the shells don't fall apart when filling. Drain well.
4. Make Filling
In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, 1/3 of the mozzarella, the Parmesan, egg, basil, parsley, garlic, pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir well.
5. Stuff Shells
Spoon the cheese mixture into the shells and place in the prepared dish. (You can also fill the shells using a piping bag.) The shells will be tightly packed; that is okay.
6. Finish Assembly
Top the shells with the remaining marinara sauce. Sprinkle on the remaining mozzarella.
7. Bake
Rack
Bake until hot and bubbly with browned cheese, about 25 minutes.
Sous Vide Mode: Off
Steam: 50%
Temp: 350°F
Heat: Rear
00:25 Timer
8. Serve
Serve warm with a salad and garlic bread.
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