Description
Taco Stuffed Shells are a mouthwatering fusion of Italian and Mexican flavors, featuring jumbo pasta shells generously filled with seasoned ground beef, creamy cheese, and zesty taco spices. Baked to golden perfection and topped with enchilada sauce and melty cheese, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavor, bringing a festive atmosphere to your table. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, these stuffed shells will become a family favorite in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup salsa
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the jumbo pasta shells in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; drain excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning and cream cheese until well blended.
- Fill each cooled shell generously with the beef mixture.
- Spread some enchilada sauce at the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the stuffed shells seam-side up and pour remaining sauce over them. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil during the last five minutes to allow cheese to melt.
- Garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian/Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg