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A spoonful of Cheesy Taco Pasta showing shell pasta coated in a rich, meaty sauce with visible cheese pull.

Cheesy Taco Pasta

This Cheesy Taco Pasta recipe combines the flavors of taco night with the comfort of pasta for a quick and satisfying family meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 394
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 pound large shells pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (or 1 packet)
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 cup jarred salsa
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions and drain.
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet. Drain the fat.
  3. Add the taco seasoning and water. Stir and cook until the water has evaporated.
  4. Return the pasta to the skillet with the salsa and cheese. Stir to combine.
  5. Serve immediately. Crunchy tortilla chips are an optional topping.

Nutrition

Calories: 394kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 528mgPotassium: 434mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 475IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 165mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you need a quick and delicious meal that the whole family will love. Feel free to adjust the spice level by using your favorite salsa.

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