Mexican Pasta Shells
A flavorful and easy Mexican-inspired pasta dish featuring pasta shells, ground beef, and a zesty tomato sauce, baked to perfection with a cheese topping.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 can Diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 0.5 cup Tomato sauce
- 8 ounces Jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup Chopped cilantro
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook pasta shells according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Fill each pasta shell with the meat mixture and place them in a baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.
Notes
Serve with a side of sour cream and your favorite Mexican toppings.