Taco Pasta Fiesta Delight Recipe for a Flavorful Meal
Taco Pasta is a delicious one-pot dish that combines the flavors of tacos with pasta for a hearty meal. It's easy to prepare and perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups beef broth
- 8 oz uncooked pasta
- 1 can black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- to garnish fresh cilantro chopped
- to serve sour cream
- to serve slices of avocado
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Incorporate minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and uncooked pasta.
- Bring to a rapid boil, then reduce heat and cover to simmer for 12-15 minutes.
- Fold in black beans and corn, heating through for 3-4 minutes.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and optional avocado and sour cream.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey.