Description
Cheesy Taco Pasta is a quick and flavorful one-pot dish that blends the zesty taste of tacos with the comfort of pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 1 1/2 cups salsa
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (divided)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, cook and crumble the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Return the pot to the stove, add taco seasoning and water to the beef, and stir well to combine.
- Add the cooked pasta and salsa to the seasoned beef and mix thoroughly.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Remove the pot from heat, sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese on top, and let it melt before serving.
Notes
- For extra spice, add diced jalapeños or use spicy salsa.
- Substitute ground beef with turkey, chicken, or plant-based meat for variation.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or corn to increase nutritional value.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
