Description
Cheesy Taco Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that brings together the bold flavors of tacos and the creamy goodness of pasta. This one-pan dish, ready in just 30 minutes, features savory ground beef, gooey cheddar cheese, and zesty salsa, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With its rich taste and satisfying texture, this recipe is bound to become a staple at your dinner table. Customize it with your favorite toppings or side dishes for an even more delightful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ pound large pasta shells
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup jarred salsa
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the canola oil. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Drain excess fat (leave a bit for flavor) and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in taco seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and water; simmer until liquid is absorbed.
- Mix in cooked pasta, salsa, and cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like sour cream, crushed tortilla chips, and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg