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Spacy Cajun Stuffed Shells
Spicy, creamy, and satisfying, these Cajun stuffed shells bring the vibrant flavors of Louisiana right to your table. With a mix of hearty pasta, a zesty filling, and rich cheese, this dish is sure to impress!
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Prep Time
30
minutes
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Cook Time
20
minutes
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Total Time
50
minutes
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Course
Main
Cuisine
International
Servings
4
servings
Calories
450
kcal
Equipment
Baking Dish
Large Pot
Mixing Bowl
Wooden spoon
Oven
Ingredients
Ingredients
250
g
Large pasta shells
200
g
Ground meat or veggies
your choice of filling
150
g
Cream cheese
for creaminess
100
g
Shredded cheese
for topping
250
ml
Tomato sauce
1
tbsp
Cajun seasoning
1
tbsp
Olive oil
for cooking filling
50
g
Fresh herbs
like parsley or cilantro, chopped
1
pc
Salt
to taste
1
pc
Pepper
to taste
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Cook the pasta shells in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked protein or veggies with cream cheese, Cajun seasoning, and fresh herbs.
Fill each shell with the mixture and place them in a baking dish.
Top with tomato sauce and shredded cheese.
Bake for about 20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
Tip: Feel free to experiment with different fillings and spices to make this dish your own. It’s all about balancing flavors!
Keyword
creamy, easy, Family Friendly, Spicy