Description
Cheesy Beef Taco Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, blending creamy cheese with perfectly cooked pasta and seasoned ground beef. This dish bursts with vibrant taco flavors and colorful veggies, making it a crowd-pleaser for cozy dinners or casual gatherings. With its rich aroma and delightful taste, it’s sure to create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and bell peppers in olive oil for about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned (6-8 minutes), draining excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and garlic; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in beef broth, then add cooked pasta and cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese melts and everything is combined.
- Serve hot with extra cheese or fresh cilantro as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Swap out ground beef for turkey or beans for a vegetarian option. Add corn or black olives for extra texture and flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.