- Taco Stuffed Shells with Queso
- Ingredients:
- 20 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups queso dip (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions (for garnish)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and salsa, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Fill each cooked pasta shell with the seasoned beef mixture and arrange them in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the queso dip over the top of the stuffed shells, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the queso.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream and garnish with cilantro and green onions.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 6 servings
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