One Skillet Cheesy Taco Pasta

March 03, 2014

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A pasta dish with extra lean ground beef, taco seasoning, taco sauce, corn, and plenty of cheese that comes together all in one skillet – even the pasta gets cooked in the same skillet!

1 pound extra lean ground beef
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
1/2 tsp. minced garlic
2 cups water, separated
1 cup salsa
1 cup frozen corn
1 packet taco seasoning
2 cups (10 ounces) elbow macaroni
1 cup taco sauce
1 and 1/2 – 2 cups taco cheese, shredded
Optional toppings: green onions, sour cream, diced tomatoes, diced avocado

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef completely. Drain any fat and add in the onion and garlic. Stir until fragrant – about 30 seconds to a minute on medium-high heat. Add in one cup of water, salsa,...
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Nutritions

Calories
609

Sodium
725mg
30% DV

Fat
27g
41% DV

Protein
15g
30% DV

Carbs
46g
15% DV

Fiber
4g
19% DV