Creamy Beef Taco Stuffed Shells
Comforting dish that combines taco flavors with cheesy pasta shells, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Italian
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
- Jumbo Pasta Shells (12-16)
- Ground Beef (1 lb)
- Taco Seasoning (1 packet)
- Cream Cheese (8 oz)
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese (1 ½ cups)
- Salsa (1 cup)
- Mexican Blend Shredded Cheese (optional)
- Chopped Green Onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the jumbo shells in salted boiling water until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat for 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water to the beef, mixing until well-coated and warmed through, about 2 minutes.
- Lower heat and stir in cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and salsa until combined.
- Stuff each shell with the beef mixture and arrange in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheddar and optional Mexican blend cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, removing foil for the last 5 minutes to crisp the top.
Notes
For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños or use a spicier salsa. This dish can also be prepped ahead of time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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