7.16.2009

Mexican Stuffed Shells

12 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 medium onion, chopped
1 lb. ground beef
½ to 1 tsp. chili powder
1 3oz. pkg. cream cheese
taco sauce (I use mild)
1 c. shredded cheese
½ c. crushed Fritos
4 green onions, sliced
sour cream to garnish

Cook pasta shells in large pot until tender. Drain, separate, and cool on wax paper. Brown ground beef and onion in a skillet, drain. Stir in chili powder, cream cheese, and ¼ c. taco sauce. Heat over med-low heat until cream cheese is melted. Remove from heat. Fill the shells with beef mixture. Place shells in a greased 8x8 pan. Pour taco sauce over shells. Cover with foil and bake at 350° for 20 min. Remove foil. Sprinkle with cheese and fritos. Bake uncovered for 10 more minutes. Garnish with green onions and sour cream.