Description
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Cheesy Taco Pasta, a delightful fusion of pasta and taco flavors that’s quick to prepare and utterly comforting. In just under 30 minutes, you can serve up a cheesy delight the whole family will love. With rich ground beef, zesty taco seasoning, and gooey cheese, this dish is as satisfying as it is simple. Customize it with your favorite proteins or veggies for a meal that’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 cup beef broth or water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, and broth or water to the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
- Lower heat and mix in cream cheese until melted, then gradually stir in shredded cheese until combined.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, stirring well to coat with sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with cilantro or green onions as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg