Taco Pasta Shells Recipe

Taco Pasta Shells Recipe
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100% would make again

“Here's a kid-friendly dish so flavorful and fun, nobody is likely to guess that it's also lower in fat," says Anne Thomsen of Westchester, Ohio. "A great family supper for busy weeknights!”

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  • 6 Servings
  • Prep: 25 min. Bake: 25 min.

Ingredients

  • 18 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
  • 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
  • 1 bottle (16 ounces) taco sauce, divided
  • 3 ounces fat-free cream cheese, cubed
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided
  • 20 baked tortilla chip scoops, coarsely crushed

Directions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook beef until no longer pink; drain. Add 1/2 cup taco sauce, cream cheese and chili powder; cook and stir until blended. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese blend.
  • Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stuff each shell with about 2 tablespoons beef mixture. Arrange in an 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Spoon remaining taco sauce over the top.
  • Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese blend. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted. Sprinkle with chips. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 3 stuffed shells equals 384 calories, 13 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 67 mg cholesterol, 665 mg sodium, 33 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 33 g protein.

Taco Pasta Shells published in Light & Tasty December/January 2008, p21

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Reviewed on Sep. 12, 2009 by ndbuffalowoman

This casserole is delicious! My family loves when I make this. It is a bit time consuming as you have to fill the shells, but I've received quite a few compliments when I've served this at dinner.

Reviewed on Jun. 23, 2009 by Sheryl1447

Very messy and not very tasty, stick with regular tacos!

Reviewed on Nov. 10, 2008 by wlachef

Teens loved it - single recipe didn't last long - they couldn't get enough! Great recipe!

Reviewed on Sep. 28, 2008 by tiffjohns

This recipes rocks!! Loved it!!

Reviewed on Sep. 12, 2008 by sswade

My family loved it! All my kids had seconds and even thirds! Its going on my make again list!

Reviewed on Sep. 03, 2008 by ilove2cookwithmonkeys

i love this dish and you were right kids do love it

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