One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta (Print Format)
Hearty one pot pasta with ground beef, taco seasoning, and plenty of cheese—quick comfort food for busy nights.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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3 cups small shell pasta
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1 pound ground beef, lean or extra lean
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1/2 cup onions, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced, optional
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1/4 cup taco seasoning
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2 cups water
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1 cup tomato sauce
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1 cup shredded cheese, cheddar or mozzarella
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Fresh cilantro, chopped, optional
# Steps:
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Place a large frying pan on medium-high heat. Add ground beef and stir until it is no longer pink. Drain fat from the pan.
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Add onions and optional garlic to the beef. Fry for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
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Stir in the tomato sauce, taco seasoning, water, and pasta.
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Loosely cover the pan, reduce heat to medium. Cook for 5-10 minutes until the pasta is done, stirring occasionally.
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Remove from heat and stir in cheese and optional fresh cilantro. Serve and enjoy!
# Tips:
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To make your own taco seasoning, combine: 2 tbsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp cayenne, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp paprika, 2 tsp ground cumin, and 2 tsp salt.