The Moment I Tasted This Dish, I Was Hooked

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of ground beef
• 4 ounces of cream cheese
• 17 large pasta shells
• 1 packet of taco seasoning
• 1 cup of taco sauce
• 1.5 cups of tomato salsa
• 2 cups of shredded Colby Jack cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, then drain the excess fat. Add the taco seasoning according to the packet instructions and mix well.
3. Stir in the cream cheese with the seasoned beef until well combined, then let it cool slightly.
4. Spread the salsa evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish.
5. Stuff each jumbo pasta shell with the cream cheese and beef mixture, then place the stuffed shells on top of the salsa in the baking dish.
6. Pour the taco sauce evenly over the stuffed shells.
7. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
8. Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded Colby Jack cheese over the top, and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish with sour cream or your favorite toppings, and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestion:

Enjoy these Mexican Stuffed Shells hot, fresh out of the oven. The fusion of Mexican and Italian flavors in this dish will transport your taste buds to a fiesta of taste. This recipe is a delightful blend of comfort and excitement, making it a perfect addition to your family’s favorite meals. Embrace this unique culinary experience and savor every bite – you won’t regret it!