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A spoonful of Cheesy Taco Pasta showing long, melted cheese stretches over pasta and seasoned ground meat.

Cheesy Taco Pasta | Mexican Pasta

This Cheesy Taco Pasta is a quick and flavorful one-pot meal that brings a taste of Mexico to your dinner table. It's perfect for busy weeknights and is sure to be a family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
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 pot 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 a quick and easy way to bring bold Mexican flavors to your family's dinner table. It's a crowd-pleaser that comes together in under 30 minutes.

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