Description
Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Shells are a hearty, cheesy, and comforting dish, combining beef, crispy bacon, and creamy cheese inside tender pasta shells. Topped with marinara sauce and baked to perfection, this dish brings the delicious flavors of a cheeseburger to your dinner table in a fun and easy-to-make way. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings!
Ingredients
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12 large pasta shells
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1 lb ground beef
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6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup cream cheese, softened
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 cup marinara sauce
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cook Pasta: Boil pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Cook Beef & Bacon: In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the crumbled bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
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Mix Cheeses: In a separate bowl, combine the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and softened cream cheese. Stir in the beef and bacon mixture.
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Stuff Shells: Carefully stuff each pasta shell with the cheese and meat mixture. Place them in a baking dish.
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Add Sauce & Bake: Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
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Garnish & Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
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Make-Ahead: You can assemble these stuffed shells in advance and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Just bake them when you’re ready to serve.
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Cheese Variations: Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like pepper jack for added spice or Parmesan for a more savory twist.
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Frozen Option: If you have leftovers or want to prep ahead, you can freeze the stuffed shells for up to 3 months. Just bake them directly from the freezer, adding extra time to cook.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Shells, Stuffed Pasta Shells, Bacon and Beef Stuffed Shells, Comfort Food Recipe, Family Dinner, Pasta with Cheese, Easy Dinner Ideas