Cheesy Beef Taco Pasta Recipe
This Cheesy Beef Taco Pasta recipe is a delicious fusion of Mexican flavors with comforting pasta, making it a satisfying and flavorful meal for any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Beef Taco Pasta:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 1/2 tsp dried minced onion
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel brand is preferred)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk (divided)
- 1 cup water
- 8 oz shell pasta
- 1 cup Monterey jack cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup mild cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef, cumin, minced onion, and garlic powder until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and 1 cup of whole milk. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Cook Pasta: Add the shell pasta and simmer until cooked.
- Add Cheese: Reduce heat, stir in the cheeses and remaining milk until melted and combined.
- Serve: Enjoy the Cheesy Beef Taco Pasta while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Beef Taco Pasta, Cheesy Pasta, Mexican Pasta Recipe
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