Cheesy Taco Stuffed Shells

Ingredients

• 20–22 jumbo pasta shells
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
• ½ cup ricotta or cream cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheese (for topping)

Instructions

1. Cook pasta shells until al dente; drain and set aside.
2. Brown ground beef in a skillet, drain fat.
3. Add taco seasoning + ⅓ cup water and simmer 2–3 min.
4. Remove from heat and stir in salsa, ricotta (or cream cheese), and 1 cup shredded cheese.
5. Spoon beef mixture into each shell and place in baking dish.
6. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15–20 min, until cheese is melted and bubbly.