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!
Servings 8 servings
Calories 331kcal
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: 1g | Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 668mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g