Taco-Filled Pasta Shells
A fun and flavorful twist on tacos and pasta, perfect for busy weeknight dinners with a customizable filling.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 pieces jumbo pasta shells
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can refried beans
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
- Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and refried beans to the meat. Mix until well combined and heated through.
Assembly
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of salsa on the bottom.
- Stuff each pasta shell with the meat and bean mixture, and place them in the baking dish.
- Pour remaining salsa over the stuffed shells, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Baking
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with sour cream.
Notes
For vegetarian options, use canned black beans or lentils instead of meat. You can also add jalapeños for more spice. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4g
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