Mexican Stuffed Shells

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Spicy and delicious Mexican Stuffed Shells
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

36 jumbo pasta shells
1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup water
1 package taco seasoning mix
1 can refried beans
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 can chopped green chiles
1 can tomato sauce
3/4 cup picante sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
18
Calories
269
Sugar
4g
Fat
10g
This Mexican Stuffed Shells recipe is a twist on the classic Italian stuffed shells recipe, featuring bold, spicy flavors that are common in Mexican cuisine. The dish features large pasta shells stuffed with a mixture of seasoned ground beef, refried beans, Cheddar cheese, and green chiles. The shell mixture is then smothered with a combination of tomato sauce and picante sauce, and baked in the oven until hot and bubbly. This delicious dinner is perfect for busy weeknights and is guaranteed to be a hit with the entire family.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Cook the pasta shells in boiling water for 10-12 minutes until they are al dente. Drain and set aside.
3.In a pan over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat and then add the water and taco seasoning mix. Stir until well combined.
4.Add the refried beans, Cheddar cheese and green chiles to the pan. Mix well.
5.In a separate bowl, combine the tomato sauce and picante sauce.
6.Pour approximately 1/3 of the tomato sauce mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
7.Stuff each shell with a generous amount of the beef mixture and place them in the baking dish, seam side down.
8.Pour the remaining tomato sauce mixture over the top of the stuffed shells.
9.Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
10.Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling.

PROS

Mexican Stuffed Shells are a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that the whole family will love.
These shells can be stuffed with a variety of fillings, making them versatile and customizable to any taste preference.

The dish is filling and is a perfect option for meal prep.

CONS

This dish can be a little time consuming to make, particularly when it comes to stuffing the shells.
While not necessarily unhealthy, the heavy cheese and beef mixture can cause the dish to be somewhat high in calories and fat.

Not a great option for individuals with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beans are a great source of plant-based protein and are excellent in reducing the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
Green chilli is rich in vitamin C that helps in the growth and repair of tissues. It also strengthens bones and teeth.

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