Turkey and Artichoke Stuffed Shells with Arrabbiata Sauce

Flag

Flag This Review?

You must provide a reason for flagging this review.

Please provide the reason why you think this review is inappropriate.

• Submit

or Cancel

I love this recipe! It is really a special dish and perfect for special occassions. I've never used the pancetta in the sauce and it is still delicious. Frozen artichokes can be expensive so, I've experimented with jarred artichokes and it makes for a slightly different texture and flavor, but not a big enough difference to make up for the cost in savings. I always overstuff the shells and end up with about a 1/4 of the shells left over. When I tried freezing the whole dish and reheating, I found myself adding about 10-15 minutes longer to the cooking time.

Flag

Flag This Review?

You must provide a reason for flagging this review.

Please provide the reason why you think this review is inappropriate.

• Submit

or Cancel

This is my go-to stuffed shell recipe! Fantastic alternative to the more traditional cheese stuffed shells. Packed with flavor (either with all white meat turkey breast or mixed dark and white meat. If you're not an artichoke fan, don't worry, the artichoke provides only a subtle flavor to the dish (several people I've served this to didn't even realize there was artichoke in the stuffing. I'll make this dish and then portion out 4 or 5 stuffed shells per portion, then vacuum seal them and freeze them for later use. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight, add some marinara sauce and bake....a home cooked dish in minutes. I introduced this dish to my sister....she now makes it all the time. The filling also makes for a great calzone filling as well.

Flag

Flag This Review?

You must provide a reason for flagging this review.

Please provide the reason why you think this review is inappropriate.

• Submit

or Cancel

I followed this almost to the letter (subbed a can of artichokes and it turned out very well. While the cooking techniques involved are easy, I do not feel this is an easy, weeknight meal simply because of the extensive preparation...lots of components and steps. Ground turkey often tastes bland to me and it definitely took on a richer flavor in this recipe. The pancetta adds a lovely dimension to the sauce. I was worried 2 tsp of pepper flakes would be too much but it was a perfect amount of heat (I like it a-spicy!. Also, I was pleasantly surprised that it made 38 well stuffed shells (a large and smaller pyrex. Will definitely make again!

Flag

Flag This Review?

You must provide a reason for flagging this review.

Please provide the reason why you think this review is inappropriate.

• Submit

or Cancel

This is a LOT of work; also, it was a pricey dish to make. So it’s best for a weekend meal or special event. But it’s YUMMY!
1. I used Barilla shells, cooked for 9 min as the box directed--2 boxes to be safe but only needed one. I got 36 stuffed shells, 24 in a 9x13 pan, and an 8x8 with 12, frozen for another time. 2. I used the whole onion and doubled the garlic. And I used extra cheese in the filling and on top, because that's how I roll! 3. I used turkey sausage and added some dried herbs: 1/2 tsp each of thyme and rosemary, and a tsp of oregano. 4. I used a 15 oz. can of artichokes chopped finely. 5. I also increased the sauce. I cheated and used 2 (24 oz. jars of Classico Spicy Red Pepper plus a pint of homemade sauce, yielding 7 cups. Since these sauces were already spicy, I pulled back the red pepper to a scant tsp. 6. The store I was at did not carry pancetta, so I used a 1/2 pound of low-sodium bacon instead. It added a little smokiness, not unlike fire-roasted tomatoes.

Flag

Flag This Review?

You must provide a reason for flagging this review.

Please provide the reason why you think this review is inappropriate.

• Submit

or Cancel

Very good! Will def make again! The only thing was I had too many shells and not enough sauce, so next time I will make a little extra! I used canned-Gia Russo! Awesome flavor! The whole family loved it!

Flag

Flag This Review?

You must provide a reason for flagging this review.

Please provide the reason why you think this review is inappropriate.

• Submit

or Cancel

This turned out really good! It took me longer than 45 minutes to prepare and get in the oven but it was Sunday so no big deal. I will make this again for sure... this would be good for company

Flag

Flag This Review?

You must provide a reason for flagging this review.

Please provide the reason why you think this review is inappropriate.

• Submit

or Cancel

I just made this recipe for my husband and me for dinner, and it was incredible! I used store-bought arribiata sauce (Harris Teeter brand, but the outcome was phenomenal. We will definitely be making this in the future!!

Flag

Flag This Review?

You must provide a reason for flagging this review.

Please provide the reason why you think this review is inappropriate.

• Submit

or Cancel

This recipe for stuffed shells is so delicious and a nice change from the typical stuffed shells. I took one star away because it is not my favorite stuffed shell recipe as I think adding the turkey in the filling makes it a little dry and less creamy cheesy goodness. I am going to try it without the turkey but with the artichoke and add a little lemon zest to the filling and some extra basil. Good start!

Flag

Flag This Review?

You must provide a reason for flagging this review.

Please provide the reason why you think this review is inappropriate.

• Submit

or Cancel

I am Italian. Second generation American in fact. I love this pasta. My Italian Grandma made a similar stuffed pasta but I never learned to make the filling. This one is close and so delicious.I altered it a little adding more cheese and fresh basil. I sometimes use fresh artichoke and pre-cook it. Delizioso.

Flag

Flag This Review?

You must provide a reason for flagging this review.

Please provide the reason why you think this review is inappropriate.

• Submit

or Cancel

I made this for Christmas eve , very easy to make and everyone loved these! Even my pasta picky husband .