Shells Stuffed with Creole Rice

Shells Stuffed with Creole Rice is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a combination of tender pasta shells filled with a spicy and savory creole rice mixture. The dish is easy to make and can be served as a main course or as a side dish.

To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

- 12 large pasta shells
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil

To start, cook the pasta shells according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and all of the spices. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Stuff each pasta shell with the creole rice mixture and place them in a baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the shells are golden brown and crispy.
The Shells Stuffed with Creole Rice dish is a perfect combination of spicy and savory flavors. The appearance of the dish is appetizing with the golden brown and crispy shells. The taste of the dish is a perfect blend of the tender pasta shells and the spicy creole rice mixture. This dish is perfect for any occasion and can be served as a main course or as a side dish.
Type of dish: Main Course/Side Dish
Main ingredients: Pasta Shells, White Rice, Creole Rice Mixture
So, if you want to impress your guests with a delicious and flavorful dish, try making Shells Stuffed with Creole Rice.