
Spicy Fiesta Taco Pasta
A flavorful and cheesy taco pasta dish perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe combines tender pasta with savory ground beef, zesty taco seasoning, and a creamy cheese sauce.
Equipment Needed
- Large Skillet
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1.00 poundGround Beef(Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.)
- 1.00 mediumOnion(Chopped finely.)
- 3.00 clovesGarlic(Minced.)
- 2.00 tablespoonsTaco Seasoning(Use a mild or spicy blend.)
- 14.50 ouncesDiced Tomatoes(Undrained.)
- 4.00 ouncesGreen Chilies(Undrained.)
- 3.00 cupsBeef Broth(Low sodium preferred.)
- 8.00 ouncesPasta(Rotini or penne.)
- 2.00 cupsShredded Cheese(Cheddar or Monterey Jack.)
- Salt and Pepper(To taste.)
Instructions
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Estimated time: 6 minutes
Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, and green chilies. Mix well.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Pour in beef broth and add the uncooked pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
Estimated time: 15 minutes
Stir in 1½ cups of shredded cheese until melted.
Estimated time: 3 minutes
Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheese on top.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Cover the skillet for 2 minutes to melt the cheese completely.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Garnish with chopped green onions, a dollop of sour cream, and diced tomatoes (optional).
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Estimated time: 1 minutes