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Taco Stuffed Shells


  • Author: earthsea
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A delightful dish that combines taco flavors with pasta, featuring seasoned beef, veggies, and cheese in jumbo shells, topped with enchilada sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 20 jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • Sour cream (for topping)
  • Chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the jumbo shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
  4. Add the taco seasoning, diced onions, and bell peppers. Cook until the veggies are softened.
  5. Stuff each shell with the taco beef mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  6. Pour enchilada sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with shredded cheese on top.
  7. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve hot, topped with sour cream and garnished with cilantro.

Notes

Cook the pasta al dente to prevent breaking when filling. Customize the filling with different proteins or extra veggies.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 425
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg