Cheesy Taco Stuffed Shells Pasta
This Cheesy Taco Stuffed Shells Pasta combines the best of both worlds, with flavorful taco beef and creamy cheese bursting out of tender pasta shells. Perfect for a family dinner!
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz jumbo pasta shells
- 1 lb ground beef 85% lean
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups salsa
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cups cream cheese softened
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish
- 2 cups shredded lettuce for serving
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/2 cup of salsa into the cooked beef. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove the beef mixture from heat and mix in the cream cheese until well combined.
- Fill each pasta shell with the beef mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Pour the remaining salsa over the stuffed shells, then sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with shredded lettuce.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the spice level by using mild, medium, or hot salsa.