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A close-up of Irresistible Cheesy Taco Pasta in a white bowl, loaded with ground beef, black beans, tomatoes, and melted cheese.

Irresistible Cheesy Taco Pasta


  • Author: ferecipe.com
  • Total Time: 35 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and easy pasta dish with taco flavors, perfect for a weeknight meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup milk

Instructions

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook ground beef and onion over medium-high heat until beef is browned and onion is tender. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, black beans, and Rotel. Bring to a simmer.
  3. Add uncooked macaroni and 2 cups of water. Stir well.
  4. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream and milk. Stir into the pasta mixture until creamy.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Top with your favorite taco toppings like shredded lettuce, salsa, or avocado.
  • For a spicier dish, use a hot taco seasoning or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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