Mexican Stuffed Shells
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
4
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Calories
741 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Mexican Stuffed Shells
Description
Mexican Stuffed Shells involve jumbo pasta shells filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, onion, garlic, taco seasoning, and softened cream cheese, accented by fresh cilantro. The shells are arranged over a layer of salsa, then topped with enchilada sauce and baked. In the final stage, shredded cheddar cheese melts on top, creating a golden crust. The combination of creamy filling and tangy sauces results in a rich, comforting texture and flavor profile.
The recipe is baked uncovered initially with foil to heat through, then finished uncovered to brown the cheese. Serving the dish with a sour cream blend of cilantro and lime zest, guacamole, salsa, and additional cilantro brings brightness and cooling contrast to the rich, spiced filling. This layered dish offers a fusion of pasta and classic Mexican flavors in a convenient baked form.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3-4 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 small onion diced
- 1-2 cloves garlic crushed
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 14-16 jumbo pasta shells
- 1.5 cup salsa
- 1 cup enchilada sauce (This is a smooth tomato based sauce found in the Mexican section)
- 2 cups cheddar cheese
- cilantro chopped, divided, to taste
- lime zest
- sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- In a frying pan cook garlic and onion until onion is soft. Add ground beef and brown, then add taco seasoning and about half a cup of water.
- Add cream cheese, cover and simmer until cheese is melted. Add cilantro. Blend well. Set aside and cool completely.
- While ground beef is cooking, cook the pasta shells according to directions; drain.
- Pour salsa on bottom of 9×13 baking dish. Stuff each shell with the meat mixture. Place shells in 9×13 pan open side up. Cover shells with enchilada sauce. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, add shredded cheese and bake for 10-15 more minutes, with the foil removed.
- Serve with sour cream (mixed with cilantro and lime zest), guacamole, salsa, and extra cilantro.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 741 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 741kcal | 37% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 42g | 84% |
| Fat | 46g | 71% |
| Saturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 155mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 1921mg | 80% |
| Potassium | 800mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 1767IU | 35% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 510mg | 51% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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