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Taco Pasta

Savory Taco Pasta Everyone Will Love in Just 30 Minutes

This 30-Minute Taco Pasta is a deliciously family-friendly dish that combines savory flavors and cheesy goodness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Large Shells Pasta
For the Meat
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Opt for 85/15 lean meat for best results.
For the Flavor Base
  • 1 tablespoon Canola Oil
  • 1 Yellow Onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.
For the Sauce
  • 3/4 cup Water Or beef broth for more flavor.
  • 1 cup Jarred Salsa Choose your favorite type.
  • 1-2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded.
Finishing Touches
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to taste Garnishes Additional cheese, crushed tortilla chips, sour cream, and chopped parsley.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Taco Pasta
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water, add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart, and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for 1–2 minutes until onion is translucent.
  4. Sprinkle in taco seasoning, dried oregano, Worcestershire sauce, and red pepper flakes. Stir and add water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Fold in cooked pasta shells, jarred salsa, and cheddar cheese. Stir for 2 minutes or until cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce.
  6. Spoon the mixture into bowls and top with garnishes like additional cheese and sour cream. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, use freshly shredded cheese and adjust spices to your family's preference.

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