Easy Cheesy Taco Pasta
Total Time: 00h 30m
Hands-on Time: 00h 20m
Makes: 8 servings
Taco night meets pasta with this cheesy fiesta your entire family will love! Melty cheddar cheese and all your taco topping favorites make this taco pasta recipe a real crowd pleaser.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 2 cups water, divided
- 2 cups salsa
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 package Simply Organic® Mild Taco Seasoning Mix
- 2 cups dried pasta (elbow or fusilli)
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- Optional garnishes: cilantro, sliced green onion, sour cream, sliced or cubed avocado
Directions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef. Drain and return to skillet.
- Add onion and garlic. Stir for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add 1 cup water, salsa, corn and taco seasoning mix. Stir until well combined.
- Add pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and let simmer for 5 to 6 minutes, then add remaining 1 cup water. Stir well, replace lid and let simmer until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle cheese over top. Let cheese melt, then top with cilantro, green onion, sour cream and avocado. Serve immediately.
- If your crowd prefers things hot-spicy, use our Spicy Taco Seasoning Mix in place of the Mild.
