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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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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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

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

55 g

Sugar

44g

Fat

41g

Carbs

29g