Taco Stuffed Shells

Sure! Here’s a recipe for Taco Stuffed Shells:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 package taco seasoning mix
• 1 cup water
• 1 package jumbo pasta shells
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 cup sour cream (optional)
• Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• Chopped green onions (optional)
• Sliced black olives (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until they are al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
4. Add the taco seasoning mix and water to the skillet with the ground beef. Stir well to combine. Cook for a few minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
5. Pour half of the salsa into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
6. Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the taco meat mixture, using a spoon to fill them up.
7. Place the stuffed shells in the baking dish on top of the salsa.
8. Pour the remaining salsa over the top of the stuffed shells, covering them evenly.
9. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the shells.
10. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Once done, remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to brown the cheese slightly.
12. Serve the taco stuffed shells hot, garnished with sour cream, chopped cilantro, green onions, and sliced black olives if desired.

Enjoy your delicious Taco Stuffed Shells!