One-Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta: Easy, Comforting Weeknight Dinner
A delicious and easy one-pot meal that combines the flavors of tacos with cheesy pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 taco seasoning packet
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the ground beef.
- Add taco seasoning, beef broth, and salsa; stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then add elbow macaroni and reduce heat.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with cilantro and black pepper before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made vegetarian by substituting ground beef with lentils or black beans.
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 900 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
Keywords: One-Pot, Cheesy, Taco, Pasta, Dinner