TACO-FILLED PASTA SHELLS
I've been stuffing pasta shells with different fillings for years, but my family enjoys this version with taco-seasoned meat the most. The frozen shells are so convenient, because you can take out only the number you need for a single-serving lunch or family dinner. Just add zippy taco sauce and bake. -Marge Hodel, Roanoke, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in cream cheese until melted. Transfer to a bowl; cool. Chill for 1 hour., Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Gently toss with butter. Fill each shell with about 3 tablespoons of meat mixture. Place 12 half of shells in a freezer container. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months. , To prepare remaining shells, spoon 1 cup salsa into a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Top with remaining stuffed shells and 1 cup taco sauce. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with 1 cup each of cheeses and 1-1/2 cups chips. Bake 15 minutes longer or until heated through. Serve with sour cream and onions. , Freeze option: To use frozen shells, thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours (shells will be partially frozen). Spoon 1 cup salsa into a greased 9-in. square baking dish; top with shells and 1 cup taco sauce. Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes. Uncover. Sprinkle with 1 cup each of cheeses and 1-1/2 cups chips; proceed as directed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 31g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 982mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
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Anel Saal
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Malik Younis
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Prince Busia
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious!
Uthman Ibraheem
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit!
DatBoyyy
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Flynn Van Der Ryken
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Lavi Tanko
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious!
Hadi Arain
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My husband and kids loved it.
Gregory Hensley
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The pasta shells were cooked perfectly and the taco filling was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Sean Poluk
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pasta shells are cooked perfectly and the taco filling is very flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
andy brioso
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! I used ground turkey instead of beef and it turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.
Demon Dark
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My husband and kids loved it. The pasta shells were cooked perfectly and the taco filling was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Casandra Hernadaz
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The pasta shells were cooked perfectly and the taco filling was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.