Taco Pasta Shells

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Taco Pasta Shells, where the zest of Mexican cuisine meets the comfort of Italian cooking. This gluten-free and dairy-rich dish is perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. Each jumbo shell is packed with savory ground beef, refried beans, and melted cheese, creating a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress.

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Overview

Taco Stuffed Shells are a delightful twist on traditional Italian stuffed shells, combining the flavors of tacos with pasta. This dish is perfect for potluck dinners and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser with its cheesy, savory filling.

Diet Type

Not specified

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

Mexican-Italian Fusion

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 80 minutes

Ingredients

• 16 Jumbo pasta shells
• 1 Pound (lb) ground beef
• 1.25 Ounces (oz) package taco seasoning mix
• 1 Cup water
• 16 Ounces (oz) can refried beans
• 0.75 Cups shredded Cheddar cheese
• 16 Ounces (oz) jar salsa, divided
• 0.25 Cups green onion, sliced
• 0.25 Cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 Cups sour cream

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Stir in the shell pasta, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, until just slightly firm to the bite, about 13 minutes. Drain well.
3. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet; drain fat. Stir in the taco seasoning and water; cook over low heat until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir the refried beans and 0.75 cup shredded Cheddar cheese into the taco meat. Spoon meat mixture into prepared pasta shells.
4. Spoon 0.25 cup salsa over the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Arrange filled shells over salsa. Spoon remaining salsa over shells.
5. Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove from oven; sprinkle with sliced green onion and 0.25 cup shredded Cheddar cheese. Serve with sour cream.

Enjoy these delicious Taco Pasta Shells with your family and friends!