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Taco Pasta

Quick and easy Tex-Mex pasta recipe made in one pot in under 30 minutes, packed with flavor and the perfect family friendly dinner.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 574 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 c. salsa
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 1/2 c. water
  • 2 c. uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 15.5 oz canned corn
  • 1/2 c. sharp cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions

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  1. Brown hamburger in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes. Drain grease off.
  2. Add salsa, tomato sauce and water to hamburger in skillet. Heat to boiling. Add macaroni and corn, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Stir occasionally.
  3. When macaroni is cooked sprinkle with cheese, replace cover and let stand until cheese is melted.

Notes

  • WHAT KIND OF BEEF IS BEST FOR PASTA?
  • I prefer ground beef for this recipe because it cooks fast and is easy to eat with the pasta. You could also substitute ground turkey or chicken. It might change the flavor a little.
  • CAN I USE A DIFFERENT KIND OF PASTA?
  • One pot pastas can be tricky if you use a different pasta shape. Different pasta shapes have different cooking times, so if you use something other than macaroni it might not cook (or will overcook) in the time listed in the recipe.
  • If you use another type of pasta just watch the cook time and test it for doneness throughout the time!

Nutrition Information

Calories 574kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 68g (23%) Protein 31g (62%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 72mg (24%) Sodium 1107mg (46%) Potassium 877mg (25%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 885IU (18%) Vitamin C 6.4mg (7%) Calcium 205mg (21%) Iron 3.8mg (21%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 574

% Daily Value*

Calories 574kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 68g 23%
Protein 31g 62%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 72mg 24%
Sodium 1107mg 46%
Potassium 877mg 19%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 885IU 18%
Vitamin C 6.4mg 7%
Calcium 205mg 21%
Iron 3.8mg 21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.