Creamy Burrata Unstuffed Shells
Creamy tomato sauce blended with burrata, hearty ground beef, and protein-packed pasta shells come together in this Creamy Burrata Unstuffed Shells recipe for an easy comfort food dinner. It's everything you love about classic stuffed shells in a simple one-pan meal that's perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or feeding the whole family.
Servings 6
Calories 395kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz pasta shells
- 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1, 25 oz jar of your favorite pasta sauce
- 1, 4 oz ball of burrata
Toppings
- 1, 4 oz ball of burrata
- Sprinkle of parmesan
- Sprinkle of red pepper flakes
- Freshly chopped basil
Instructions
- Preheat a large pan to medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the onion and garlic and saute for a few minutes until fragrant.
- Next, add the ground beef and cook for 7-10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Add the jar of pasta sauce and 1 4oz ball of burrata to a blender. Blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute until smooth.
- Add the sauce to the pan and mix well. Simmer on low for 10-15 minutes while you make the pasta.
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, add it to the meat sauce and mix until well incorporated.
- Top with more burrata, a sprinkle of parmesan cheese, freshly cut basil, and red pepper flakes. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 17g | Fiber: 3g