Taco Pasta
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
574 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Taco Pasta
Description
Taco Pasta blends ground beef with salsa and tomato sauce to form a vibrant, tangy base. The elbow macaroni cooks directly in the sauce along with canned corn, absorbing its flavors over 20 minutes of simmering. This method streamlines the cooking process by combining the meat, vegetables, and pasta in one skillet.
Once the pasta is tender, sharp cheddar cheese is stirred in and allowed to melt under a cover, adding creamy richness to the dish. The recipe uses basic pantry ingredients and straightforward cooking steps.
This taco-inspired pasta works well for quick dinners or family meals. Variations with ground turkey or chicken can be used, though cooking time and flavor may vary. Using macaroni ensures even cooking times; if substituting pasta shapes, watch cooking times closely to avoid over- or undercooking.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 c. salsa
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 1 1/2 c. water
- 2 c. elbow macaroni uncooked
- 15.5 oz corn canned
- 1/2 c. cheddar cheese shredded, sharp
Instructions
- Brown hamburger in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes. Drain grease off.
- 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.
- When macaroni is cooked sprinkle with cheese, replace cover and let stand until cheese is melted.
Notes
- Ground beef is preferred for its quick cooking and compatibility with pasta; ground turkey or chicken can be used as alternatives.
- Using elbow macaroni ensures pasta cooks evenly within the sauce; substitute pasta shapes may need adjusted cooking times.
- Check pasta for doneness while simmering to avoid overcooking or undercooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 574 kcal
% 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.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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