Taco Pasta
Servings: 6
Calories: 810kcal
Taco Pasta is a one-pot meal that takes less than 30 minutes to make! Just like Hamburger Helper only a lot healthier!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound (500g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more to taste)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cups (355ml) milk
- 1 ½ cups (355ml) beef broth
- 2 cups (150g) small shell pasta (can use macaroni)
- 1 4oz (113g) can green chiles
- 1 cup (235g) salsa or 1 (8oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 cups (165g) shredded cheddar
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the ground beef, onion, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne powder, salt, and pepper. If using ground beef with a higher fat content add in the seasonings after draining the grease.
- Stir in the milk, broth, pasta, green chiles, and salsa or tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
Notes
- Nutrition Facts: Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the information shown is just an estimate.
- Any side salad
- All the toppings: chopped tomatoes, diced avocado, crushed tortilla chips, sour cream......
- Don't forget dessert! Try these easy No Chill Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies or this Strawberry Cheesecake Fluff.
Nutrition
Calories: 810kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 1092mg | Potassium: 783mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1505IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 691mg | Iron: 4mg