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Cheesy Beef Taco Pasta Delight

Treat your family to a delicious and convenient weeknight meal with this cheesy beef taco pasta delight! Packed with flavors and ready in 30 minutes, it's a dish that everyone will enjoy.
3
40 min
TOTAL TIME
859
CALORIES
$2.28
PER SERVING
Cheesy Beef Taco Pasta Delight
Ingredients
12 INGREDIENTS
4 SERVINGS
Small Pasta Shells
10 oz small pasta shells
Garlic
3 cloves garlic
Salsa
3/4 cup salsa
Green Onions
green onions
diced, for garnish
Ground Beef
1 lb ground beef
Onion
1 medium onion
Chopped Cilantro
chopped cilantro
for garnish
Vegetable Oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
Taco Seasoning
1 oz taco seasoning
Black Pepper
1 tbsp black pepper
Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Crushed Tomatoes
1 cup crushed tomatoes
Directions
13 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
30 min
COOK TIME
40 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Cook small pasta shells al dente according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2
Finely dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
3
In a skillet, heat vegetable oil and sauté the diced onion until tender. Add the ground beef, cooking until browned.
4
Add black pepper, minced garlic, and taco seasoning, stirring to combine.
5
Cook the ground beef for about 5 minutes on medium heat.
6
Add the salsa and crushed tomatoes to the skillet, stirring well.
7
Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for 8-10 minutes.
8
Add the cooked pasta shells to the skillet, mixing well to combine.
9
Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
10
Add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring to incorporate. Cover and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until cheese melts.
11
Taste the dish and adjust salt if necessary.
12
Remove from heat and allow to cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.
13
Garnish with chopped cilantro and diced green onions before serving.
Health Info
Macros
70g
CARBS
45g
FAT
41g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of pasta is best for Taco Pasta?
How can I ensure the beef is flavorful and tender?
Can I make this dish vegetarian?
What type of cheese should I use?
Is it necessary to cook the pasta separately?
My dish ended up too spicy, how can I fix it?
Can I use store-bought Taco seasoning?
Should I add beans to my Taco Pasta?
What’s a good side dish to serve with Taco Pasta?
How can I make this dish less calorie-dense?