Taco Stuffed Shells

Ingredients:

• 20 large pasta shells, cooked according to package instructions
• 1 lb ground beef or turkey
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)
• Sliced green onions, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish large enough to hold the stuffed shells.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook according to the packet instructions.
4. Add salsa, black beans, and corn to the skillet. Stir to combine and let it simmer for a few minutes until heated through.
5. In a large bowl, mix together the cooked meat mixture and the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
6. Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the taco meat and cheese mixture. Place the stuffed shells in the prepared baking dish.
7. If there’s any remaining meat mixture, you can spread it over the top of the stuffed shells.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and dollop sour cream over each stuffed shell.
10. Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced green onions if desired.
11. Serve hot and enjoy these Taco Stuffed Shells as a delicious twist on traditional stuffed shells with a Mexican flair!