Description
These Turkey Bolognese Stuffed Shells take classic comfort to a new level—tender pasta filled with rich, flavorful turkey sauce, topped with gooey mozzarella and finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan. It’s a family-friendly dinner that feels both cozy and elevated.
Ingredients
1 package jumbo pasta shells
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped
½ tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 lb ground turkey (dark meat preferred)
1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce + 1 cup extra
Kosher salt & freshly cracked black pepper
2 medium balls fresh mozzarella
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Cook Pasta: Boil jumbo shells according to package instructions until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make the Bolognese: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning; cook 1 minute.
Add ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Stir in marinara sauce and let simmer for 10 minutes.
Fill the Shells: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread 1 cup marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Stuff each shell with the turkey mixture and place in the dish.
Top & Bake: Tear mozzarella over the shells, pour extra marinara on top, and sprinkle with Parmesan. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 more minutes until bubbly and golden.
Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and more Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 430/serving
- Sugar: 6g/serving
- Fat: 16g/serving
- Carbohydrates: 45g/serving
- Fiber: 4g/serving
- Protein: 28g/serving