Delicious Taco Stuffed Shells
Indulge in the comforting flavors of taco stuffed shells, a delightful twist on traditional tacos. These cheesy, baked pasta shells are filled with seasoned ground meat, black beans, and melted cheese, making them perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With their crispy exterior and creamy interior, each bite is a fiesta for your taste buds! Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, you can customize the fillings to suit your preferences. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this flavorful dish that brings everyone together around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (12 stuffed shells total) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup taco sauce
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil water in a large pot and cook jumbo pasta shells until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water; simmer until fragrant.
- Mix black beans into the meat mixture, then fold in half of the shredded cheese.
- Stuff each pasta shell with the filling and place them face-up in a greased baking dish.
- Pour taco sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (about 230g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg