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Cheesy Beef Taco Pasta


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  • Author: platesdaily
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Experience the delightful fusion of cheesy goodness and taco flavor in this quick and easy pasta dish that your family will love!


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
  • Fresh cilantro (optional garnish)
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • ½ cup chopped bell pepper

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients for easy access.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
  3. Add chopped onions and bell peppers to the skillet, cooking until softened.
  4. Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce, mixing well.
  5. Boil water in a separate pot and cook rotini according to package instructions; drain.
  6. Fold cooked pasta into the meat mixture until combined; top with shredded cheese and cover until melted.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with sour cream and fresh cilantro.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg