Beefy Shells And Cheese Recipe

Transform ordinary Velveeta Shells & Cheese into a hearty and flavorful family dinner! This quick and easy recipe adds seasoned ground beef, zesty salsa, and hearty beans for a meal your kids will devour. Perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 725.2 kcal
Protein 91g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Beefy Shells And Cheese

  • Ground Beef
  • Macaroni Shells And Cheese
  • 1 cup salsa
  • Black Beans
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

How to Make Beefy Shells And Cheese

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. While the beef cooks, prepare the Velveeta Shells & Cheese according to package directions.
  3. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of your favorite beans (kidney, black, or pinto), 1 cup of salsa, 1 tablespoon chili powder, and 1 teaspoon salt into the cooked beef.
  4. Gently fold in the cooked Velveeta Shells & Cheese.
  5. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

55 g

Sugar

44g

Fat

41g

Carbs

29g