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Easy Cheesy Taco Stuffed Pasta Shells – Family Favorite Comfort Food Bake

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Cheesy Taco Stuffed Pasta Shells are a fun and comforting fusion dish combining Mexican-inspired flavors with classic baked pasta. Jumbo shells are filled with seasoned beef and cream cheese, then baked in enchilada sauce and topped with melted cheese for an easy family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 22–24 jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup mild salsa
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups Mexican cheese blend

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  2. Cook pasta shells until slightly firm, then drain and set aside.
  3. Brown ground beef in a skillet and drain excess grease.
  4. Add taco seasoning and salsa, mixing well.
  5. Stir in cream cheese until fully melted and combined.
  6. Spread half the enchilada sauce in the baking dish.
  7. Fill each shell with beef mixture and arrange in the dish.
  8. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over shells.
  9. Top with shredded cheese.
  10. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until hot and bubbly.

Notes

  • Serve with rice, sour cream, avocado, or jalapeños.
  • Swap beef for black beans or refried beans for a vegetarian version.
  • Add corn or bell peppers for extra texture.
  • Can be doubled and frozen for later meals.

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