TACO PASTA BAKE RECIPES

Name: Taco-Stuffed Pasta Shells
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 8 oz uncooked jumbo pasta shells (about 24 shells from 12-oz box); 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef; 1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix; 1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted crushed tomatoes, undrained; 1 package (8 oz) shredded Mexican cheese blend (2 cups); 1 cup diced plum (Roma) tomatoes; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

TACO-STUFFED PASTA SHELLS RECIPE - PILLSBURY.COM

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Yes, you read that right: taco-stuffed pasta shells! You no longer have to choose between Italian or Mexican food for dinner—this dish has it all. Made with only seven ingredients in less than an hour, these stuffed taco shells are the perfect recipe for busy weeknights when you still want to put a flavorful, family-friendly dinner on the table. Hearty with taco-seasoned ground beef and extra cheesy, this pasta is bound to become a staple in your weekly dinner rotation.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Total Time 55 minutes

Prep Time 35 minutes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

8 oz uncooked jumbo pasta shells (about 24 shells from 12-oz box)
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 package (8 oz) shredded Mexican cheese blend (2 cups)
1 cup diced plum (Roma) tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on box.
Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Add taco seasoning mix, crushed tomatoes and 1 cup of the shredded cheese; stir well until cheese is melted.
Fill each pasta shell with about 1 tablespoon beef mixture; place in ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Top filled shells with plum tomatoes and chopped cilantro; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.
Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 , CarbohydrateContent 28 g, CholesterolContent 60 mg, FatContent 1/2 , FiberContent 2 g, ProteinContent 20 g, SaturatedFatContent 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, SodiumContent 430 mg, SugarContent 3 g, TransFatContent 1/2 g

TACO NOODLE CASSEROLE RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT

Taco Noodle Casserole Recipe: How to Make It image

I got creative while we were housebound during a snowstorm one winter and used ingredients I had on hand to come up with this hearty Taco Noodle Casserole. —Judy Munger, Warren, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Total Time 30 minutes

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked wide egg noodles
2 pounds ground beef
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup diced fresh tomatoes
1/3 cup sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup taco sauce
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Cook noodles according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce, water, green chilies, taco seasoning, onion powder, chili powder and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. , Drain noodles; place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Spread with beef mixture; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes., Top with lettuce, tomatoes, olives and taco sauce. Garnish with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, FatContent 23g fat (11g saturated fat), CholesterolContent 119mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 906mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, FiberContent 2g fiber), ProteinContent 30g protein.

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