Ricotta-Stuffed Pasta Bake with Savory Meat Sauce

There’s something comforting about pasta stuffed with creamy ricotta and baked to perfection in a rich, hearty meat sauce. Whether you’re making stuffed shells, manicotti, or ravioli, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser—and it pairs perfectly with our high-quality American ground beef and pork blend.

This dish is perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or entertaining. It combines a silky, herb-infused ricotta filling with a rich tomato meat sauce for layers of comforting flavor in every bite.

Ricotta Cheese Pasta Filling

 

Ingredients:

 

• 2 ½ cups ricotta cheese

• 1 tablespoon parsley (fresh or dried)

• 1 large egg

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

 

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, parsley, and egg.

2. Add onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir until well mixed.

3. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until smooth and fully combined.

4. Prepare the piping bag: Spoon the ricotta filling into a large freezer bag, filling it halfway.

5. Press out the air and seal the bag.

6. Snip off a corner of the bag (about ¼ to ½ inch) to create a piping tip.

7. Fill your pasta shells, manicotti, or ravioli by gently squeezing the filling into each piece.

 

Savory Meat Sauce

 

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef and pork mixture (Good Ranchers recommended)

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 2 garlic cloves, chopped

• 1 tablespoon parsley (fresh or dried)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• 28 oz tomato sauce

 

Instructions:

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and pork mixture. Brown the meat for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.

2. Add the diced onion and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until soft and fragrant.

3. Season with parsley, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Stir to combine and cook for another minute.

4. Pour in the tomato sauce and stir well. Bring to a gentle simmer.

5. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

 

Assembly & Bake

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.

2. Place your filled pasta into a baking dish.

3. Pour the meat sauce generously over the pasta.

4. Cover with foil and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.

5. Serve hot and enjoy a hearty, satisfying meal packed with rich flavor and quality ingredients.

 

Tip: Pair this with garlic bread and a side salad for the perfect comfort dinner. Enjoy the best of American beef, pork, and cheese in every bite!