Stuffed Shells

Bring the taste of Italy to your kitchen with these comforting Stuffed Shells, perfectly seasoned with Benissimo Traditional Italian Seasoning. Tender pasta shells are filled with a creamy blend of cottage cheese, spinach, and mozzarella, then baked in a rich, flavorful tomato sauce for a classic family favorite. With Benissimo’s handcrafted seasoning, you get authentic, herb-forward flavor that’s effortless to prepare—turning a simple dish into a memorable, compliment-worthy meal. Your kitchen just got Benissimo’d.

Ingredient

28 ounces tomato sauce
¼ cup water
4 tablespoons Traditional Italian Seasoning, or to taste
1 teaspoon sugar
1 large tomato, chopped
16 ounces cottage cheese
10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed, well drained
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
20 jumbo pasta shells, cooked

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 400⁰F.

2. Combine first 5 ingredients; spread half of sauce onto bottom of a 13x9 inch baking dish.

3. Mix cottage cheese, spinach, ½ cup mozzarella and Parmesan until well combined.  Spoon mixture evenly into pasta shells, place over sauce in baking dish; top with remaining sauce.  Cover.

4. Bake 25 minutes or until heated through.  Top with remaining mozzarella; bake uncovered 2 minutes or until cheese has melted.

These Stuffed Shells are a must-try for easy recipes that deliver both flavor and comfort. Ideal for weeknight recipes or family recipes that satisfy everyone around the table, this dish is hearty, cheesy, and perfectly balanced. With creamy cheese filling, tender pasta, and aromatic tomato sauce, this stuffed shell recipe brings a taste of Italy to your home with minimal effort. Thanks to Benissimo, creating classic Italian meals that impress has never been easier—because good taste runs in the family.