Jambalaya-Stuffed Pasta Shells
Jambalaya-Stuffed Pasta Shells: A Spicy Delight
Jambalaya-Stuffed Pasta Shells is a mouth-watering dish that combines the flavors of jambalaya and pasta. This dish is perfect for those who love spicy food and want to try something new. The dish is made by stuffing cooked pasta shells with a spicy jambalaya mixture and baking them until golden brown.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 16 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Cooking Tips:
- Cook the pasta shells according to the package instructions and rinse with cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
- Use a non-stick skillet to cook the jambalaya mixture to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
- Use a piping bag or a spoon to stuff the pasta shells with the jambalaya mixture.
Cooking Process:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the ground sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
5. Stuff the cooked pasta shells with the jambalaya mixture and place them in a baking dish.
6. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the stuffed shells.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Appearance and Taste:
Jambalaya-Stuffed Pasta Shells are a beautiful golden brown color with melted cheese on top. The spicy jambalaya mixture is perfectly balanced with the creamy pasta shells and the melted cheese adds a delicious richness to the dish. This dish is perfect for those who love spicy food and want to try something new.
Type of Dish: Spicy Pasta
Main Ingredients: Pasta, Sausage, Cajun Seasoning
