Cheesy taco pasta recipe bridges the gap of nachos and pasta. Perfect for nights when you and the hubby can’t decide between Mexican and Italian takeout. So put the takeout menus away and make this simple one pot taco pasta instead!
Subsitutions
- Swap out ground beef for ground turkey breast.
- Make homemade taco seasoning.
Leftovers
Leftovers heat up well. Place a portion in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 30 to 45 seconds and stir. Continue until heated through.
Garnishes
- Tortilla Chips give this recipe a crunchy texture.
- Sour Cream cools the dish to give it a nice balance to the spiciness.
- Cherry Tomatoes give this One Pot Taco Pasta a sweet burst of flavor. Slice them in half or quarter them for a bite-sized burst.
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For a more classic Italian pasta recipe, check out my spaghetti carbonara or ricotta stuffed pasta shells.
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One Pot Taco Pasta
One Pot Taco Pasta
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- ¼ cup diced onion
- 1 packet of taco seasoning or use my Homemade Taco Seasoning
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup salsa
- 8 oz. medium shell pasta
- 1.5 cups shredded Mexican style cheese.
- Optional Garnishes: cilantro cherry tomatoes, tortilla chips, and sour cream
Instructions
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Heat a large deep skillet over medium heat.
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Brown the ground beef, drain grease, return beef to the skillet.
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Stir in taco seasoning, then add water, salsa and pasta shells and stir.
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Bring to a boil stirring occasionally.
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Cover and reduce heat to simmer.
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Cook for 15 minutes or until pasta is tender.
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Remove the lid, add cheese and stir.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve with optional garnishes.
Recipe Notes
If using store bought taco seasoning in an envelope don’t follow the instructions listed on the envelope.
