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