Fiesta Stuffed Shells Recipe

Name: Fiesta Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 whole Jumbo Shells; 1 pound Ground Beef; 8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese; 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Corn; 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans; 1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder; 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1 dash Salt And Pepper; 1 cup Salsa; 1 cup Marinara Sauce; 1 can (2.25 Oz. Size) Black Olives; 2 whole Medium Tomatoes; 1/2 cups Colby And Monterey Jack Cheese, Shredded

Servings: persons

24 whole Jumbo Shells
1 pound Ground Beef
8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese
1 can (15 Oz. Size) Corn
1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans
1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder
1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1 dash Salt And Pepper
1 cup Salsa
1 cup Marinara Sauce
1 can (2.25 Oz. Size) Black Olives
2 whole Medium Tomatoes
1/2 cups Colby And Monterey Jack Cheese, Shredded

1
Cook jumbo shells according to package instructions.
2
Drain and set aside.
3
In a saucepan over medium high heat, brown the ground beef.
4
Drain excess fat.
5
Add cream cheese and mix well until melted.
6
Turn down the heat to low and add the corn, black beans, chili powder, cayenne, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
7
In a bowl mix together the salsa and marinara sauce.
8
Grease a 9x13in baking dish and cover the bottom with 1/2 cup of the sauce.
9
Stuff each shell with the beef mixture and place in the baking dish.
10
Top with remaining sauce.
11
Bake at 350 degrees F covered for 20 minutes.
12
Uncover and top with black olives, tomatoes, and cheese.
13
Bake, uncovered, for 5 more minutes.
14
Serve with sour cream.
15
(Inspired by my friend Mary.)

774

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 whole Jumbo Shells, 1 pound Ground Beef, 8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese, 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Corn, and more.

Yes, Fiesta Stuffed Shells falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fiesta Stuffed Shells

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Variations & substitutions

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