Baked Shells with Pesto, Mozzarella, and Meat Sauce: A Comforting Pasta Dish

Introduction
This Baked Shells with Pesto, Mozzarella, and Meat Sauce is the ultimate comfort food. The tender pasta shells are filled with savory meat sauce, layered with fresh pesto, and topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan. It’s baked to perfection, making a hearty, flavorful dish that will satisfy any pasta lover’s cravings.

Ingredients
1 lb (450g) pasta shells
1 lb (450g) ground beef
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup (120ml) red wine (optional)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup (240ml) pesto
2 cups (200g) shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
How to Make
Cook the Pasta: