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Stuffed Taco Meat Shells

Irresistible Stuffed Taco Meat Shells to Wow Your Family

These Stuffed Taco Meat Shells blend Mexican flavors with comfort food, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 12 pieces Jumbo Shell Pasta Cook al dente
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Mix Reduced sodium options work well
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Use freshly minced for best flavor
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with sour cream
  • 1 cup Salsa Choose mild or hot variety
For the Creamy Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend Avoid pre-shredded cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Baking Pan
  • Large skillet
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Stuffed Taco Meat Shells
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking pan with non-stick spray or aluminum foil.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the jumbo shells according to package instructions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes.
  3. In a large skillet, brown the lean ground beef over medium heat for about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in taco seasoning, salsa, and cream cheese; mix until well combined and heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Fill each cooked shell with the beef mixture and arrange in the baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the filled shells and bake for about 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 23gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 430mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Tips: Don't overcook pasta, use a piping bag for easy filling, and consider adding black beans or corn for extra texture.

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