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Taco Stuffed Shells

Taco Stuffed Shells

 

This recipe brings a bold and cheesy twist to your pasta night, creating a dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 24 jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • Sour cream and additional salsa for serving

Instructions

 

  1. Prepare the Pasta: Cook the jumbo shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Cook the Beef: In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain the excess fat, then add taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  3. Mix in Salsa: Stir in 1/2 cup of salsa with the seasoned beef and remove from heat.
  4. Prepare Baking Dish: Spread the remaining 1/2 cup of salsa on the bottom of a baking dish.
  5. Stuff the Shells: Fill each pasta shell with the taco meat mixture and arrange them in the baking dish.
  6. Add Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle the stuffed shells with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Top with chopped green onions and sliced black olives.
  7. Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Serve: Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and extra salsa on the side.
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes