Taco Stuffed Shells
Taco stuffed shells are the ultimate comfort food that combines the flavors of tacos with the heartiness of pasta. These jumbo shells are generously filled with seasoned ground beef, gooey cheese, and zesty salsa, creating a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Baked until golden and bubbling, this recipe is sure to bring excitement to your dinner table and make every meal feel like a fiesta!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 green onions, chopped
- ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook pasta shells in salted boiling water for 9-11 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through. Stir in taco seasoning and half a cup of salsa.
- Fill each shell with the beef mixture using a spoon or piping bag.
- Spread remaining salsa on the bottom of a baking dish and place filled shells on top. Sprinkle with mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 55mg