Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°.

Step 2

Cook jumbo shells according to package instructions. Do not overcook - they'll fall apart.

Step 3

Drain, rinse, and let cool.

Step 4

Brown ground beef in a heavy skillet.

Step 5

Sprinkle taco seasoning over the top.

Step 6

Stir in water and simmer until the water is absorbed.

Step 7

Stir in cilantro.

Step 8

Spray a 13x9 inch casserole dish with non-stick spray.

Step 9

Gently hold a jumbo shell in the palm of your hand and fill it with meat mixture. It should hold about 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons.

Step 10

Place in the casserole dish.

Step 11

Repeat with the remaining shells until all the meat is gone.

Step 12

Pour the queso over the shells, spreading to cover them with it.

Step 13

Sprinkle with the shredded cheese.

Step 14

Bake 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melty and the casserole is heated through.

Step 15

Drizzle with taco sauce, sprinkle with green onions and serve.

Step 16

Remove the casserole from the freezer and place it in the refrigerator to thaw overnight.

Step 17

When ready to fix dinner just bake as directed.