Ingredients for Taco Stuffed Pasta Shells
- 1 pound large pasta shells
- Extra Lean Ground Beef
- Taco Seasoning Mix
- Water
- Refried Beans
- Low Fat Cheddar Cheese
- Salsa
- Green Onion
- 1/2 cup sour cream
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How to Make Taco Stuffed Pasta Shells
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While pasta cooks, brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add taco seasoning, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder to the beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, corn, and black beans. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Spoon a generous amount of the taco beef mixture into each cooked pasta shell.
- Place the stuffed shells in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the stuffed shells, ensuring they are mostly covered.
- Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the pasta shells are heated through.
- Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with your favorite taco toppings like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, salsa, and sour cream.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
55 g
Sugar
17g
Fat
21g
Carbs
8g
