Creamy Ricotta Beef Stuffed Shells Pasta 🍝  
A family classic that will bring everyone to the table, filled with nourishing goodness! 🍽️❤️

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️  
- 20 large pasta shells  
- 1 lb lean ground beef  
- 1 cup ricotta cheese  
- 2 cups marinara sauce  
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese  
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese  
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning  
- 2 cloves garlic, minced  
- Salt and pepper to taste  
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)  

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳  
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).  
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the lean ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.  
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.  
4. In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir in the cooked beef and mix well.  
5. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.  
6. Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the beef and ricotta mixture, placing them in the baking dish.  
7. Top the stuffed shells with the remaining marinara sauce and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.  
8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.  
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.  
10. Garnish with fresh basil, slice, and serve warm!

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎  
Approximate content per serving (based on 6 servings):  
- Calories: 480  
- Carbohydrates: 45g  
- Protein: 30g  
- Fat: 24g  
- Fiber: 2g  

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡  
- For extra flavor, try adding sautéed spinach or mushrooms to the beef mixture.  
- You can prepare the stuffed shells ahead of time and refrigerate them before baking for a quick weeknight meal.  
- Swap out ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option!

⏳ Preparation time 🍰  
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 35 minutes | Serving: 6