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Easy Stuffed Pasta Recipes That Start with Store-Bought Noodles

Posted on January 29, 2020 by Melissa Girimonte

Stuffed pastas aren't just for weekends or special occasions, especially when you can save time by relying on store-bought noodles. From indulgent mac and cheese stuffed shells to vegan lasagna roll-ups with a homemade almond ricotta, these easy dinner recipes are here to inspire your meal planning (they also make for the tastiest leftovers).

  • Meat Lovers' Pizza-Stuffed Shells
     
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    Meat Lovers' Pizza-Stuffed Shells

    <p>Store-bought shells are filled with sausage, bacon, ground beef and pepperoni for a pasta bake inspired by the ultimate meat lovers' pizza. Plus, it's ready in just an hour thanks to jarred marinara sauce.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/meat-lovers-pizza-stuffed-shells/23137/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Meat Lovers' Pizza-Stuffed Shells</strong></a></p>
  • Chicken Alfredo Manicotti
     
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    Chicken Alfredo Manicotti

    <p>Pipe a chicken, cheese and spinach filling into uncooked tubes of pasta, and bake them to golden, bubbly perfection in a creamy Alfredo sauce for an indulgent dish.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-alfredo-manicotti/23184/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Chicken Alfredo Manicotti</strong></a></p>
  • Mini Lasagna Roll-Ups
     
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    Mini Lasagna Roll-Ups

    <p>Wrap cooked lasagna noodles around a spinach and ricotta filling for a delicious baked appetizer that will disappear in a snap. And if you like the edges crispy, pop them under the broiler before serving.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mini-lasagna-roll-ups/22404/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Mini Lasagna Roll-Ups</strong></a></p>
  • Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Shells
     
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    Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Shells

    <p>Instead of chicken Parm with a side of pasta, mash them together for a cheesy bake the entire family will adore. The secret to the Parmesan filling for these hearty shells is frozen chicken tenders. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-parmesan-stuffed-shells/21359/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Shells</strong></a></p>
  • Cannelloni with Butternut Squash, Pecans and Mascarpone
     
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    Cannelloni with Butternut Squash, Pecans and Mascarpone

    <p>This rich vegetarian pasta recipe fills cannelloni tubes with sweet butternut squash, spinach, toasted pecans and creamy Mascarpone cheese.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/rich-vegetarian-cannelloni-with-butternut-squash-pecans-and-mascarpone/12098/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong> Cannelloni with Butternut Squash, Pecans and Mascarpone</strong></a></p>
  • Classic Manicotti
     
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    Classic Manicotti

    <p>Simple and delicious, this dish fills manicotti tubes with a spinach and ricotta mixture baked in a homemade <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/best-tomato-sauce-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tomato sauce</a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/manicotti/21731/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Classic Manicotti</strong></a></p>
  • Mushroom Ravioli with Asparagus and Tarragon
     
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    Mushroom Ravioli with Asparagus and Tarragon

    <p>You could roll your own pasta for this homemade mushroom ravioli dish, or buy sheets of fresh pasta from your local supermarket to cut down on prep time. Prepared with a light wine and broth-based sauce, the dish works as either a starter or main.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mushroom-ravioli-with-asparagus-and-tarragon/12807/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Anna Olson's Mushroom Ravioli with Asparagus and Tarragon</strong></a></p>
  • Mac and Cheese-Stuffed Shells
     
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    Mac and Cheese-Stuffed Shells

    <p>For the ultimate comfort food, stuff large pasta shells with small pasta shells, before smothering in a velvety cheese sauce. For a topping with crunch, crush cheese crackers and sprinkle evenly over the casserole.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mac-and-cheese-stuffed-shells/23136/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Mac and Cheese-Stuffed Shells</strong></a></p>
  • Vegan Lasagna Roll Ups with Almond Ricotta
     
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    Vegan Lasagna Roll Ups with Almond Ricotta

    <p>For a healthy dish disguised as an indulgent baked pasta, roll lasagna noodles around a homemade almond ricotta filling stuffed with spinach and zucchini. See here for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/healthy-meal-prep-ideas/">more healthy meal prep ideas</a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/blog/vegan-lasagna-roll-ups-with-almond-ricotta-37178/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Vegan Lasagna Roll Ups with Almond Ricotta</strong></a></p>
  • Butternut Squash Roasted Shells
     
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    Butternut Squash Roasted Shells

    <p>This colourful pasta dish stuffs jumbo shells with a mixture of roasted butternut squash, Italian turkey sausage, and ricotta. Add a drizzle of Alfredo sauce and a sprinkling of Parmesan before baking until golden.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/butternut-squash-roasted-shells/13885/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Butternut Squash Roasted Shells</strong></a></p>
  • No-Boil Stuffed Shells
     
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    No-Boil Stuffed Shells

    <p>Don't boil your pasta shells before stuffing them, and instead allow the marinara sauce to cook them while they bake. Stuffed with a ricotta mixture and topped with shredded mozzarella, it's a meal the entire family will love any night of the week. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/no-boil-stuffed-shells/23183/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>No-Boil Stuffed Shells</strong></a></p>
  • Butternut Squash Tortellini with Brown Butter Sauce
     
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    Butternut Squash Tortellini with Brown Butter Sauce

    <p>In this vegetarian pasta that's perfect for those chilly fall and winter dinners, Giada fills wonton wrappers with a mix of herbed ricotta and <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/in-season/photos/32-brilliant-ways-to-use-butternut-squash/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">butternut squash</a>, and tops them with a sweet and savoury brown butter sauce.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/butternut-squash-tortellini-with-brown-butter-sauce/19089/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Butternut Squash Tortellini with Brown Butter Sauce</strong></a></p>
  • Pesto Lasagna Rolls
     
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    Pesto Lasagna Rolls

    <p>A tasty mix of spinach, three cheeses and pesto fill rolled noodles for a great alternative to deep-dish lasagna. It gets an extra-rich touch from a béchamel sauce with a hint of <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/perfect-pesto-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pesto</a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pesto-lasagna-rolls/20475/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Pesto Lasagna Rolls</strong></a></p>
  • Turkey and Artichoke Stuffed Shells with Arrabbiata Sauce
     
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    Turkey and Artichoke Stuffed Shells with Arrabbiata Sauce

    <p>Impressive yet easy to make, these jumbo pasta shells are filled with a mixture of ground turkey, ricotta and artichokes, and topped with a spicy tomato sauce.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/turkey-and-artichoke-stuffed-shells-with-arrabbiata-sauce/15503/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Turkey and Artichoke Stuffed Shells with Arrabbiata Sauce</strong></a></p>
  • Ricotta-Stuffed Cannelloni
     
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    Ricotta-Stuffed Cannelloni

    <p>While you could make homemade pasta for this dish, store-bought cannelloni shells work just as well. Stuffed with a ricotta filling and topped with both a tangy tomato and a creamy béchamel, it's baked until bubbly and best served with a simple green salad.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ricotta-stuffed-cannelloni/8438/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Ricotta-Stuffed Cannelloni</strong></a></p>
  • Stuffed Lasagna Pie
     
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    Stuffed Lasagna Pie

    <p>Store-bought lasagna noodles help bring this show-stopping main to life, creating a crisp shell to hold all of the meat sauce, cheese and sausage within.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/stuffed-lasagna-pie/21481/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Stuffed Lasagna Pie</strong></a></p>
  • The Pioneer Woman's Stuffed Shells
     
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    The Pioneer Woman's Stuffed Shells

    <p>Stuffed shells aren't just for Sunday dinners any longer with this quick and easy recipe from Ree Drummond. In under an hour, your family can feast on cheesy stuffed pasta topped with zesty tomato sauce.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/the-pioneer-womans-stuffed-shells/15661/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Stuffed Shells</strong></a></p>
  • Beef and Cheese Manicotti
     
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    Beef and Cheese Manicotti

    <p>Manicotti doesn't get more classic than Giada's recipe, filled with a mixture of ground beef and ricotta. Bake them in a homemade marinara or your favourite jarred sauce, topped with shredded mozzarella.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/beef-and-cheese-manicotti/15447/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Beef and Cheese Manicotti</strong></a></p>
  • Lasagna Rolls
     
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    Lasagna Rolls

    <p>Use your leftover lasagna noodles and make up a batch of these rolls stuffed with spinach, ricotta and prosciutto, smothered in both marinara and béchamel sauces.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lasagna-rolls/15475/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Lasagna Rolls</strong></a></p>
  • Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli
     
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    Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli

    <p>Want to impress your guests? Pick up sheets of fresh pasta and transform them into ravioli stuffed with a mix of ricotta, spinach and Parmigiano-Reggiano, then finish with your favourite sauce.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spinach-and-ricotta-ravioli/16572/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli</strong></a></p>
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