Spicy 'Nduja & Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   Cook pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cool water to prevent sticking.

   ~10 min
3. 3

   In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 'nduja sausage (casing removed), grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped basil, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

   ~5 min
4. 4

   Spread about half of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.

   ~2 min
5. 5

   Carefully stuff each cooked pasta shell with the ricotta and 'nduja mixture. Arrange the stuffed shells in the baking dish over the sauce.

   ~10 min
6. 6

   Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells.

   ~1 min
7. 7

   Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

   ~1 min
8. 8

   Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.

   ~20 min
9. 9

   Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are lightly browned.

   ~7 min
10. 10

    Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

    ~5 min