Description
A quick, one-pot dish combining the bold flavors of tacos and pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta shells
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup taco sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add the diced tomatoes, taco sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add the pasta shells and enough water or broth to cover the pasta. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
Use broth instead of water for more flavor. Stir often to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg