One Pot Unstuffed Shells

Unstuffed shells are like delcious stuffed shells, just easier! Rather than being stuffed, the shells are completey coated in the delcious ricotta cheese filling! Which I prefer, because there is more filling coating the pasta shells than if it were stuffed inside so therefore more creamy and tasty.

One Pot Unstuffed Shells

Being made in one pot, the ease of this recipe is taken a step even further, no need for the extra dishes or extra hassle. Make these ricotta shells in one pot and careful not to enjoy this dish all in one bite, you’re going to want to!

Ingredients Needed

• Pasta – I used large shells but you can use any kind you like
• Extra virgin olive oil- Use your favorite brand

• Onion- Use a yellow onion and dice it up.
• Garlic- Finely chopped.
• Tomatoes– Crushed.
• Honey – This is to cut the acidity of the tomatoes
• Spices – Red Pepper Flakes, Italian Seasoning, Salt, Pepper
• Ricotta cheese – Regular or low fat is fine
• Mozzarella- Shredded – shred your own so it melts best!

How to Make Unstuffed Shells

• Cook pasta: Cook the pasta in a large pot according to the package directions. Then, drain and set it aside for later.
• Cook other ingredients: Using the same pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Then, add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent; this should take about 3-4 minutes, be sure to stir it often. Add the tomatoes, honey, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and stir. Cover and cook, stirring a few times, for about 8-10 minutes. Add more salt and pepper to taste.
• Add cheese and combine all ingredients: Return pasta to the pot with the sauce, then add the ricotta and mozzarella and stir until cheese melts. Serve hot. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

What are Good Side Dishes for Unstuffed Shells?

Some of my favorite dishes for unstuffed shells are:

• Garlic bread
• Different kinds of salads like Caesar Salad or your favorite!
• Air Fryer Broccoli
• Parmesan Zucchini

One Pot Unstuffed Shells

5 from 2 votes

One Pot Unstuffed Shells – this easy stuffed shell recipe is all made in one pot without all the extra work! It’s a great weeknight meal and everyone loves it!

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Yield 4 servings

Serving Size 1 serving

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Ingredients

 

• ▢ 1 10 ounce package Shell Pasta (or your favorite shape)
• ▢ 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• ▢ ½ cup diced yellow onion (about 1/2 of a medium onion)
• ▢ 2-3 cloves garlic (finely chopped_
• ▢ 1 28 ounces can crushed tomatoes
• ▢ 1 teaspoon honey
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ▢ Pinch red pepper flakes
• ▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
• ▢ 8 ounces ricotta cheese
• ▢ 2 cups shredded mozzarella

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Instructions

• Cook pasta in a large pot according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
• Using the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes, stirring often. Add the tomatoes, honey, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper and stir. Cover and cook, stirring a few times, for about 8-10 minutes. Add more salt and pepper to taste.
• Return pasta to the pot with the sauce, then add the ricotta and mozzarella and stir until cheese melts.
• Serve hot. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Recipe Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 316kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 691mg | Potassium: 148mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 641IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 416mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional information not guaranteed to be accurate

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Author Dorothy Kern

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One Pot Unstuffed Shells is an easier version of manicotti – make it all in one pot! One pot pasta is an easy 30 minute meal perfect for a weeknight dinner.