Taco pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of Mexican and Italian cuisine. Here is a simple recipe to prepare taco pasta:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 package (12 oz) pasta (such as rotini, penne or fusilli)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro, sliced jalapenos, diced avocado
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until it is al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain the pasta and set it aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until it is browned and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
- Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, black beans, diced green chilies, and taco seasoning mix to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce and toss until the pasta is coated evenly with the sauce.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the pasta and cover the skillet with a lid. Let the cheese melt for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes. Then, serve the taco pasta with your desired toppings, such as sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro, sliced jalapenos, and diced avocado.
Enjoy your delicious and easy-to-make taco pasta!
