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Cheesy Taco Pasta

Cheesy Taco Pasta

This Cheesy Taco Pasta is a quick and delicious blend of flavors, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Meat
  • 8 oz Pasta
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 lb Ground beef or turkey
  • 2 tbsp Taco seasoning
  • 14.5 oz Diced tomatoes
  • 8 oz Cream cheese
  • 2 cup Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup Milk

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until fully cooked.
  3. Add the taco seasoning and diced tomatoes to the meat, stirring to combine.
  4. Reduce the heat and mix in the cream cheese until melted and creamy.
  5. Stir in the cooked pasta, shredded cheddar cheese, and milk until well combined.
  6. Cook over low heat until the cheese is melted and the mixture is heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25g

Notes

This dish is versatile; consider substituting ground chicken or adding black beans for extra flavor and nutrition. Ideal for storing in airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days.

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