Flavorful Stovetop Stuffed Shells
Flavorful Stovetop Stuffed Shells
ingredients
- 12 large sea shells
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup green peppers, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 2 cups basil & tomato sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated cheese for topping (optional)
steps
- 1.
In a large pot or deep skillet, heat avocado oil over medium heat.
- 2.
Add the diced green peppers and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly soft.
- 3.
Stir in the lean ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- 4.
Mix in the garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, dried basil, salt, and pepper; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 5.
While the beef mixture cooks, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and prepare the large sea shells according to package instructions until al dente.
- 6.
Drain the shells and let them cool slightly.
- 7.
Gently stuff each shell with the beef and pepper mixture.
- 8.
In the same skillet, pour in the basil and tomato sauce; arrange the stuffed shells in the sauce and let them simmer for about 10 minutes on low heat until heated through.
- 9.
If desired, sprinkle grated cheese over the top during the last few minutes of cooking.
- 10.
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
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