Taco Pasta
In under 30 minutes, this creamy, cheesy one-pot dinner delivers all the flavors of tacos in a cozy bowl of pasta.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1½ cups water + more as needed
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 cups elbow noodles
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- In a large non-stick skillet, or dutch oven, brown 1 pound lean ground beef over medium high heat until browned, breaking up into small pieces as the meat cooks. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add in the 8 ounces tomato sauce, 2 tablespoons taco seasoning, 1½ cups water, 1 cup salsa, and 2 cups elbow noodles stirring to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, lower the heat to medium and simmer uncovered for 15-18 minutes, stirring often, until the noodles are just al dente. If you feel the liquid is evaporating too quickly, add up to an additional ¼ cup of water at a time, as needed.
- Once the pasta is tender, turn off the heat and stir in ½ cup sour cream and 2 cups cheddar cheese. Let sit for a couple minutes if needed to allow the cheese to melt into the dish. Serve with your favorite toppings.
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Notes
Beef: Feel free to replace the ground beef with ground turkey or ground chicken if desired.
Vegetarian Option: Skip the meat and stir into one (15-ounce) can of pinto or black beans that have been rinsed and drained when you add the cheese and sour cream.
Pasta: Whole wheat or regular elbow noodles. You can also use mini shell pasta or rotini pasta.
Taco Seasoning: In place of a prepared blend use: 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, ¾ teaspoon salt, ¾ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon oregano and ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a heat-safe dish in the microwave, adding a splash of water if needed to thin.
Nutrition
Calories: 404kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 760mg | Potassium: 678mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 947IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 330mg | Iron: 3mg
