How to Make Tacos in Pasta Shells - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you love tacos and pasta, then this recipe is the perfect marriage of two beloved dishes. Tacos in pasta shells combines the flavors and elements of traditional tacos with the comfort and ease of pasta. It's a fun and unique way to enjoy your favorite taco ingredients in a new and unexpected form.

These tacos in pasta shells are easy to make and are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults. The recipe is customizable, allowing you to add your favorite taco toppings and adjust the...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 18 jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 cup taco sauce
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 ½ cups crushed tortilla chips
  • 1 cup sour cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6

  • Brown beef in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add cream cheese, salt, and chili powder; mix and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain. Toss cooked shells in butter.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fill shells with beef mixture and arrange in a 9x13-inch baking dish; pour taco sauce over shells. Cover with foil and bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  • Remove the dish from the oven and top with Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and then tortilla chips. Return the dish to the oven to cook for 15 minutes more.
  • Top with sour cream and serve.
  • Nutrition

    735 cal.

    • Total Fat: 44g
    • Saturated Fat: 24g
    • Cholesterol: 136mg
    • Sodium: 1054mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 372mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 444mg