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Quick Taco Pasta
This Taco Pasta is a must-try quick dinner! Ready in under 30 minutes, this is the perfect cheap dinner idea that will please even the pickiest of eaters!
Course
Dinner Recipes
Cuisine
American
Prep Time
5
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
minutes
Total Time
20
minutes
minutes
Servings
8
servings
Calories
331
kcal
Author
Jesseca
Equipment
Silicone Spatulas
Chef Knife
Cutting Board Mats
Ingredients
8
oz
pasta
rigatoni, macaroni, and medium shell pasta
1
lb
ground beef
1/2
onion
diced
1
pkg
1 oz taco seasoning
1
can of rotel or diced tomatoes or salsa
1
Jalapeno
diced OR 2 oz diced canned jalapeno (optional)
2
cups
shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions. Strain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, add the ground beef and onion to a deep skillet.,
Cook over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onion is soft, using a wooden spoon or meat spoon to break up the beef.
Stir in the taco seasoning, canned tomatoes, jalapeno (if using) and 1 cup of cheese.
Once combined, sprinkle with the remaining cheese and cover for 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
Serve and enjoy.
Notes
Want more cheesy goodness? Stir in 4 oz of either cream cheese or velveeta
Nutrition
Serving:
1
g
|
Calories:
331
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
14
g
|
Protein:
24
g
|
Fat:
20
g
|
Saturated Fat:
9
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
8
g
|
Trans Fat:
1
g
|
Cholesterol:
78
mg
|
Sodium:
668
mg
|
Fiber:
1
g
|
Sugar:
2
g