Taco Stuffed Pasta Shells (Printer-Friendly Version)
Pasta shells filled with savory beef and cheese mix, baked to perfection with fresh toppings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Shells & Filling
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20 jumbo pasta shells
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound ground beef
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1 packet taco seasoning mix
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1/3 cup water
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1 cup salsa
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup cream cheese, softened
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2 green onions, chopped
→ Toppings
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½ cup sour cream
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
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½ cup diced tomatoes
# Steps to Follow:
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Boil jumbo pasta shells following package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, then drain excess fat.
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Stir in taco seasoning mix and water; simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes to blend flavors.
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Add cream cheese, salsa, and chopped green onions to the skillet. Cook until the mixture is creamy and well combined, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the beef mixture and arrange them evenly in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
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Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the stuffed shells. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.
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Remove from oven and garnish with sour cream, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro before serving.
# Additional Tips:
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Prepare pasta shells and filling in advance and bake when ready to serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to 4 days.