Taco Stuffed Shells

Ingredients:

• 8 oz. Jumbo Shell Pasta
• 1 lb. Ground beef
• 1 Packet taco seasoning
• 5 oz. Cream cheese
• ¼ C. Chopped green onions
• 1 C. Shredded taco blend cheese

Instructions:

1. Prepare Pasta:
   • Boil the jumbo shell pasta until al dente. Drain and rinse in cold water to prevent sticking. Set aside.
2. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
3. Cook Ground Beef:
   • In a skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the ground beef until completely browned. Drain any excess fat.
4. Add Flavors:
   • Mix in minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds. Add the taco seasoning packet, cream cheese, and salsa to the skillet. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted. Allow the meat mixture to cool.
5. Stuff Shells:
   • Stuff the cooked jumbo shell pasta with the ground beef mixture and place them into a well-greased 9×13 baking dish.
6. Top with Cheese:
   • Sprinkle shredded taco blend cheese over the stuffed shells.
7. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish with chopped green onions and serve.

Enjoy your delicious Taco Stuffed Shells!

Note:

• Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite taco toppings like diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sour cream, or guacamole