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Cheesy Beef Taco Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 850
A quick and flavorful dish combining pasta, seasoned beef, and cheesy goodness for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 oz short pasta (elbow macaroni or penne)

Meat

  • 1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey/chicken)

Seasoning

  • 1 packet taco seasoning

Canned Goods

  • 1 can diced tomatoes

Dairy

  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain.
  • Brown ground beef in a skillet; drain excess fat.
  • Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes; simmer 5 minutes.
  • Add cream cheese and shredded cheddar; stir until melted.
  • Mix in cooked pasta; serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, top with fresh cilantro or sour cream.
Calories: 850kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Keyword: Beef, cheese, pasta