STUFFED TACO SHELLS

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From Taste of Home Healthy. Everyone loves this one. One serving is three stuffed shells. A serving is about 360 calories. This has been one of those go to comfort recipes on my journey to lose weight. I have lost 50 pounds and don't feel deprived. Pair with a nice side salad for a meal that is sure to please and won't kill your waisteline.

Provided by seesko

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

18 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 (16 ounce) bottle 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 Tostitos Scoops, coarsely crushed

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.7, Fat 12, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 74.8, Sodium 656.1, Carbohydrate 7.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 4.8, Protein 25.8

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