Taco Stuffed Pasta Shells Recipe

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Ingredients:

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16 large dried pasta shells , prepared according to package directions, rinsed and drained
1 lb extra lean ground beef
1 (1 1/4 oz) package taco seasoning mix
1 cup water
1 (16 oz) can refried black beans
1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese, divided
1 (16 oz) jar salsa, divided (mild )
1/4 cup sliced green onion
sour cream (optional)

Directions:

PREHEAT oven to 350°F Cook beef in large skillet until brown; drain. Add seasoning mix and water; cook over low heat for 5 minutes or until thickened. Add beans and 3/4-cup cheese; mix well. Spread 1/4-cup salsa over bottom of each of two 8-inch-square (2-quart) baking dishes.
FILL pasta shells with beef mixture; place half of shells in each baking dish, filled side up. Spoon remaining salsa over shells. Cover one baking dish with plastic wrap, then wrap with foil. Label and freeze for up to 2 months.
COVER remaining baking dish with foil. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with green onions and remaining cheese. Serve with sour cream.
TO BAKE FROZEN SHELLS: Place baking dish in the refrigerator overnight. Preheat oven to 375°F Remove plastic wrap; recover with foil. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup sliced green onions and 1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese. Serve with sour cream.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	265.21 Kcal (1110 kJ)
Calories from fat	82.85 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.21g	14%
Cholesterol	76.23mg	25%
Sodium	317.11mg	13%
Potassium	559.8mg	12%
Total Carbs	10.26g	3%
Sugars	1.07g	4%
Dietary Fiber	1.86g	7%
Protein	32.76g	66%
Vitamin C	0.7mg	1%
Iron	2.8mg	16%
Calcium	153.4mg	15%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	117.05 Kcal (490 kJ)
Calories from fat	36.57 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.06g	14%
Cholesterol	33.64mg	25%
Sodium	139.96mg	13%
Potassium	247.07mg	12%
Total Carbs	4.53g	3%
Sugars	0.47g	4%
Dietary Fiber	0.82g	7%
Protein	14.46g	66%
Vitamin C	0.3mg	1%
Iron	1.2mg	16%
Calcium	67.7mg	15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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