Ingredients

  • 16 jumbo shells
  • Basic Bechamel
  • 1 container ricotta
  • 3 scallions
  • 3/4 c. grated Romano cheese
  • 1/4 c. grated mozzarella
  • 1 1/2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. Pepper
  • 1 1/2 c. frozen peas
  • 1/2 c. fresh mint
  • 1/2 c. fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1/2 c. grated mozzarella

Method

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Cook 16 jumbo shells according to package directions.
  • Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  • Spread bechamel sauce on the bottom of a large broiler-proof baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, combine ricotta, scallions, grated Romano cheese, 1/4 cup grated mozzarella, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  • Fold in peas, fresh mint, and fresh flat-leaf parsley.
  • Spoon the mixture into the shells (about 1/4 cup each), place on top of the sauce, and sprinkle with 1/2 cup grated mozzarella.
  • Cover with foil and bake until the shells are heated through, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Heat broiler.
  • Uncover, and broil until the cheese begins to brown, 2 to 3 minutes.