Million Dollar Shells and Cheese

If you're craving a delicious twist on the classic comfort food of stuffed shells, this recipe is for you. Imagine the hearty goodness of ground beef wrapped in tender pasta shells, smothered in a rich and creamy cheese sauce. It's everything you love about spaghetti in a delightful shell and cheese format, perfect for a special cheat day treat. Get ready to indulge in this culinary masterpiece!

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Ingredients

For the Seasoning:
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
📦 1 packet Sazón Accent
🌿 1 teaspoon thyme
🧂 1 teaspoon sea salt
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon pepper
🌿 1 tablespoon parsley

For the Cream Sauce:
🧈 2 tablespoons butter
🧀 1 tablespoon cream cheese
🧄 1 tablespoon minced garlic
🍶 1 cup heavy cream
🧀 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
🌿 1 teaspoon thyme
🧂 1 teaspoon sea salt
🍋 (Optional) 1 teaspoon lemon pepper
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon pepper

For the Meat Filling:
🍖 1 pound ground beef
🧄 2 cloves of garlic, minced
🧅 1 small onion, finely chopped
🍝 1 cup spaghetti sauce

For the Topping:
🧀 1/2 cup Italian cheese blend, shredded
🧀 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions

1- Prep the Ingredients:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Cook pasta shells according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2- Prepare the Meat Filling:

• In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic and onions until fragrant.
• Add the ground beef to the skillet, season with garlic powder, onion powder, Sazón Accent, thyme, sea salt, pepper, and parsley. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through.
• Stir in the spaghetti sauce and mix until well combined. Set the mixture aside.

3- Make the Cream Sauce:

• In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and add the minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
• Add cream cheese and stir until melted and incorporated.
• Pour in the heavy cream, then add Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, sea salt, pepper, and optional lemon pepper. Stir until the sauce thickens and is smooth.

4- Assemble the Stuffed Shells:

• In a large baking dish, spread a layer of the creamy sauce at the bottom.
• Fill each shell with the meat filling and place them in the baking dish.
• Pour the remaining cream sauce over the stuffed shells.
• Top with shredded Italian and mozzarella cheese.

5- Bake:

• Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
• Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

6- Serve:

• Allow the dish to cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: Approximately 450 per serving
Macros per Serving: Proteins: 27g, Fats: 30g, Carbohydrates: 20g
Equipment: Large skillet, saucepan, large baking dish, foil

Cooking Tips

• Ensure to cover the dish with foil initially to allow the cheese to melt without burning.

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Cheesy Beef Stuffed Shells