Cheesy Taco Pasta

Cheesy Taco Pasta

Tender pasta and taco-spiced beef in a creamy cheddar sauce, the one-pot mashup kids ask for by name.

25 min · Beginner · 650 cal · 35g protein · $1.90/serving · Mexican

25minutes
4servings
650calories
35gprotein
$1.90per serving

Ingredients (serves 4)

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 12 oz penne
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Brown the ground beef in a deep 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, about 6 minutes, then drain the fat.

  2. 2

    Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, penne, salsa, beef stock, and 1 cup water, and bring to a boil.

  3. 3

    Cover and simmer over medium-low, stirring twice, until the pasta is al dente, about 12 minutes.

  4. 4

    Turn off the heat and stir in the sour cream, then the cheddar a handful at a time until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

  5. 5

    Let stand 3 minutes to thicken, then serve straight from the pan.

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