Taco Stuffed Shells

What do you need to make Taco Stuffed Shells

•  1 ½ pounds ground beef, lean
• 1 packet Taco seasoning mix
•  2 ½ garlic, freshly minced
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Mexican or Fiesta Cheese blend, shredded
• 1 cup salsa
• ½ cup green onions
• 8 ounces large Shell pasta

Instructions

FIRST STEP:

Boil the pasta shells according to package directions. Drain and rinse

Preheat the oven to 350*

SECOND STEP:

Saute the ground beef in a skillet, drain excess fat from the meat

Add in the minced garlic and saute 2 more minutes

THIRD STEP:

Stir in the taco seasoning and the salsa

Cut the cream cheese into pieces and toss in, stirring until the cheese melts

FOURTH STEP:

Spray a 9×13 baking pan with nonstick spray

Place the large shell pasta opening up in the prepared pan

FIFTH STEP:

Using an ice cream scoop, spoon the mixture into the shells

Top with the shredded cheese and place into the oven

SIXTH STEP:

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly

Top with the chopped green onions before serving.

Enjoy!