Broccoli and Sausage Stuffed Shells

Preheat oven to 350 F. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta shells until al dente. Drain, then return to pot and let cool. Meanwhile, cook sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until golden and cooked through, breaking up with the back of a spoon, about five to six minutes.
 

In a large bowl, stir together cooked sausage, ricotta, mozzarella and broccoli and season with salt and pepper to taste. Pour marinara (or other tomato-based pasta sauce) in bottom of oven-proof skillet or baking dish, then stuff shells with sausage and cheese mixture and arrange in dish. If desired, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top. Bake until the mixture is warmed through, about 20 minutes.