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Taco Stuffed Shells

Delicious Taco Stuffed Shells Recipe Ready in 45 Minutes

Enjoy delicious Taco Stuffed Shells, a delightful fusion of Italian and Mexican flavors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta & Filling
  • 20 jumbo shells jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 green onions chopped green onions
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • Pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Boil the jumbo pasta shells in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add taco seasoning and half of the salsa to the beef. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  4. Stir in cream cheese until melted and fully combined. Remove from heat.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fill each pasta shell with the beef mixture and arrange in a baking dish.
  7. Top with remaining salsa and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the shells.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  9. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  10. Garnish with green onions and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 22g

Notes

Feel free to customize the filling with ground turkey or plant-based options for a vegetarian version. Add black beans or corn for more flavor!

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