Wanting an easy variation for taco Tuesday? Well look no further! These Stuffed Taco Shells are the best! Not only are they bursting with the taco flavor we all love, but they are so easy to throw together! They are actually a favorite of both of my sons!
Although my family thinks tacos could never be boring, I thought a twist on your typical Taco Tuesday would be fun! Making Taco Tuesday a tradition in your house is a great way to make sure you and your family are eating together around the table each week!

It is also a huge hit with my teens! So if you want to have all of your children's friends at your house so you can enjoy (or experience ?) their company and stay in the “cool moms” club. Make Tuesday Taco Night a tradition in your home! Trust me, it will be fun! But here is my pro-tip: PAPER PLATES! If you are going to have a house full of teens, paper products are a must!

This meal is also PERFECT for toddlers who lose most of the taco toppings while trying to eat them! This is the perfect solution so that insides of your toddler's taco doesn't fall out and end up on the floor as food for the dog? With recipes like this Stuffed Taco Shells, you can still get the taco taste without the mess, so Don't cancel Taco Tuesday!
Alright so how did I make these yummy Stuffed Taco Shells? Come to my kitchen and let's get cooking!

Ingredients for Stuffed Taco Shells

How to make Stuffed Taco Shells: ingredients you need!
1 1/2 lb of ground burger
1 packet taco seasoning
16 oz Big Shell pasta
1 1/2- 2 cups of salsa
2 cups of shredded Colby jack **If you aren't shredding your cheese, you have to start now! This Cheese Grater wheel makes it so easy!
Stuffed Taco Shells Video Tutorial
For those of you who would love a visual step-by-step tutorial here is one for you!
How to Make Stuffed Taco Shells

How to make Stuffed Taco Shells : a step by step guide

Brown ground beef. You need this little meat masher tool! I use it for everything!

Layer 9×13 with about a cup of salsa enough to cover dish

Mix ground beef, taco seasoning, salsa and 1 cup shredded cheese together.

Once the shells are cooked and cooled place meat mixture in each

Cover & Bake 375 for about 10-15 mins enough time for cheese to melt

Stuffed Taco Shells: SIDE IDEA
This dinner is so yummy served with a side of my homemade Guacamole!
Crazy Busy Mama Tip
*used an avocado lime sauce to drizzle on top with sour cream & fresh avocado
Also check out my homemade Guacamole Recipe! It's absolutely delicious!
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If you love this Stuffed Taco Shells, be sure to check out these other easy Taco Tuesday recipes that will add fun and flavor to every meal.
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Stuffed Taco Shells
Equipment
- 1 Pot
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb of ground burger
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 16 oz Big Shell pasta
- 1 1/2- 2 cups of salsa
- 2 cups of shredded Colby jack
Instructions
- Layer 9×13 with about a cup of salsa enough to cover dish
- Mix ground beef, taco seasoning, salsa and 1 cup shredded cheese together.
- Once the shells are cooked and cooled place meat mixture in each
- Cover & Bake 375 for about 10-15 mins enough time for cheese to melt
Video
Notes
Nutrition
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