Best 6 Yummy Tacos In Pasta Shells Recipes

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**Tantalize Your Taste Buds with Yummy Tacos in Pasta Shells: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors**

Embark on a delightful culinary adventure with our tantalizing recipe for Yummy Tacos in Pasta Shells. This innovative dish masterfully blends the beloved flavors of tacos with the comforting embrace of pasta shells, creating a symphony of taste that will leave you craving more. Say goodbye to the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary as you discover the perfect harmony of seasoned ground beef, a vibrant array of taco toppings, and the delectable embrace of pasta shells. Let your taste buds embark on a journey of bold flavors and textures as you savor each bite of this mouthwatering creation. Whether you're hosting a fiesta, seeking a weeknight dinner solution, or simply craving a unique culinary experience, our Yummy Tacos in Pasta Shells recipe is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings and leave you with a smile of pure gastronomic bliss. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey like no other!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

TACOS IN PASTA SHELLS WITH VEGGIES



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Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a rich, spicy blend of cooked ground beef, cream cheese, chili powder, black beans, and Mexi-corn are baked with salsa, cheese, and sour cream. Add green onions as a garnish.

Provided by Dee Dee

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ¼ pounds lean ground beef
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix, or to taste
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, or to taste
1 (7 ounce) can Mexican-style corn, or to taste
18 jumbo pasta shells
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and taco seasoning mix in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Add cream cheese, salt, and chili powder to ground beef; mix in black beans and corn. Simmer mixture until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta shells in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and transfer shells to a bowl and toss with butter.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fill pasta shells with ground beef mixture and arrange in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour salsa over stuffed shells and top with 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese and 1/2 of the Monterey Jack cheese. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove foil and top shells with remaining Cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. Continue baking until cheeses are melted, about 15 minutes more. Top pasta with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 724.9 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 134.4 mg, Fat 42.7 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 23.4 g, Sodium 1731.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

TACOS IN PASTA SHELLS



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This recipe has a Mexican flavor and is tasty and easy to make. It is great anytime; kids and adults will love it. Garnish with sliced tomatoes, lettuce and ripe olives, if desired.

Provided by grannycancook

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ¼ pounds lean ground beef
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
18 jumbo pasta shells
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup taco sauce
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 ½ cups crushed tortilla chips
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add cream cheese, salt and chili powder; mix and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Toss cooked shells in butter.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fill shells with beef mixture and arrange in a 9x13 inch baking dish; pour taco sauce over shells. Cover with foil and bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  • Remove dish from oven and top with Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese and tortilla chips; return dish to oven to cook for 15 minutes more.
  • Top with sour cream and onions; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 734.7 calories, Carbohydrate 47.6 g, Cholesterol 136.3 mg, Fat 44.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 35.7 g, SaturatedFat 23.5 g, Sodium 1053.8 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

YUMMY TACO'S IN PASTA SHELLS



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Remembered I had this recipe in my recipe box and pulled it out for a dinner with the grandchildren.There is always the need to woo my grandchildren in eating good meals. This recipe did the trick. I know that most kid think that combining Mexican flavors with pasta is cool. I used medium heat salsa instead of hot when the little...

Provided by Norma DeRemer

Categories     Tacos & Burritos

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 oz dried jumbo shell pasta
2 16 ounce jars salsa (medium or hot)
2 1/2 lb of lean ground beef
6 oz cream cheese, cut up
2 tsp chilli powder or to own taste
1 1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese (6 ounces)
choped tomato (optional)
broken corn chips (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat your oven to 350
  • 2. Cook pasta according to package directions;drain and rince with cold water and drain again. Set aside
  • 3. Divide about 1 cup of salsa between two ungreased 2-quart retangular baking dishes, spreading evenly and set aside.
  • 4. In a extra large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until brown and drain off fat.
  • 5. Stir in cream cheese and chili powder and let cool slightly.
  • 6. Spoon meat mixture into cooked pasta shells and arrange filled shells on top of salsa in prepared dishes and top with remaining salsa.
  • 7. Cover both dishes with foil and place in oven and bake for 15 minutes.
  • 8. Pull dishes out of oven and take off foil and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
  • 9. Close oven and bake uncovered for about 15 minutes more or until heated through.
  • 10. Remove from oven and if desired, sprinkle with tomato and serve immediately.
  • 11. NOTE: My grandchildren like them sprinkled with some broken corn chips on top.

TACOS IN PASTA SHELLS RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Provided by kimvess

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces dried jumbo pasta shells
2 (16-ounce) jars salsa
2 1/2 pounds ground beef
6 ounces cream cheese, cut up
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, about 6 ounces, shredded
Chopped tomato (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again. Meanwhile, divide about 1 cup of the salsa between two ungreased 2-quart rectangular baking dishes, spreading evenly. Set aside. In an extra-large skillet cook ground meat over medium heat until brown. Drain off fat. Stir in cream cheese and chili powder. Cool slightly. Spoon meat mixture into cooked pasta shells. Arrange filled shells on top of salsa in dishes. Top with the remaining salsa. Bake, covered, for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, about 15 minutes more or until heated through. If desired, sprinkle with tomato.

TACO-FILLED PASTA SHELLS



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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

2 pounds ground beef
2 envelopes taco seasoning
1-1/2 cups water
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
24 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1/4 cup butter, melted
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each casserole):
1 cup salsa
1 cup taco sauce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1-1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips
1 cup sour cream
3 green onions, chopped

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.

TACO STUFFED PASTA SHELLS



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Here's a kid-friendly dish so flavorful and fun, nobody is likely to guess that it's also lower in fat. It's a great family supper for busy weeknights! -Anne Thomsen, Westchester, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

18 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 teaspoons chili powder
3 ounces fat-free cream cheese, cubed
1 bottle (16 ounces) taco sauce, divided
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided
20 baked tortilla chip scoops, coarsely crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water; drain again., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook and crumble beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes. Stir in chili powder, cream cheese and 1/2 cup taco sauce until blended. Stir in 1/4 cup shredded cheese., Spoon about 2 tablespoons filling into each shell. Place in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with remaining taco sauce., Bake, covered, until heated through, 20-25 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chips., Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Cover casserole with foil; bake as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°. Top with cheese and chips as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 665mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of pasta shells. This will add visual interest and texture to your dish. Some good options include jumbo shells, conchiglie, and penne.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Al dente pasta is the best choice for this recipe.
  • Be generous with the filling. The more filling you use, the tastier your tacos will be.
  • Use a variety of toppings. This will allow your guests to customize their tacos to their liking. Some good options include shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
  • Serve the tacos immediately. This will ensure that they are hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

Yummy tacos in pasta shells are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover taco meat. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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