Taco Stuffed Shells

Taco Stuffed Shells combine tender pasta shells filled with seasoned ground beef, gooey cheese, and classic taco toppings, all baked to perfection. Perfect for a family dinner or a fun twist on taco night.

Course dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American, Italian, Mexican

Keyword shells, stuffed, taco

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings servings

Calories 517kcal

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 cup salsa
1.25 ounces taco seasoning mix - 1 packet
1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
4 ounces diced green chilies drained - 1 can
12 ounces jumbo pasta shells cooked according to package instructions - 1 package

Optional toppings: chopped tomatoes, diced avocado, sour cream, chopped cilantro

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Cook the ground beef in a large skillet, over medium heat until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease from the skillet.
Stir in the salsa and taco seasoning mix. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through and well combined.
Remove from the heat and stir in 1/2 cup of each type of shredded cheese and the diced green chilies.
Spoon the beef mixture into the cooked pasta shells, filling each shell generously. Place the filled shells in the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly over the top of the stuffed shells.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is lightly golden brown.

Serve the Taco Stuffed Shells hot, garnished with your choice of toppings, such as chopped tomatoes, diced avocado, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.

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