Creamy Beef Shells Casserole Recipe

A hearty and creamy casserole featuring jumbo pasta shells filled with seasoned ground beef and rich cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners.

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Cook the pasta shells until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet, brown the ground beef and drain excess fat.
In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, half the mozzarella, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Add the cooked beef to the cheese mixture and stir well.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Stuff each shell with the beef mixture and place in a greased baking dish.
Top with remaining marinara and mozzarella cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.

For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or cayenne to the beef mixture. Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.