Prosciutto Basil Pasta Shells

Ingredients

• 12 jumbo pasta shells
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3/4 cup chopped prosciutto or cooked ham
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
• 1 egg
• 1 (14 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce

Directions

1. 1

   Heat oven to 375°F Spray 8-inch (IVa-quart) square baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

2. 2

   Cook pasta to desired doneness as directed on package.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat until hot. Add garlic and prosciutto; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until garlic is light golden brown.

4. 4

   In medium bowl, combine half of prosciutto mixture with ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, basil and egg; mix well.

5. 5

   Stir spaghetti sauce into prosciutto mixture remaining in skillet.

6. 6

   Drain pasta shells; rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.

7. 7

   Spoon ricotta mixture into cooked shells; place in spray-coated dish. Spoon spaghetti sauce mixture over shells; cover with foil.

8. 8

   Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until mixture is thoroughly heated.