Susan's Beefy Taco Pasta Recipe

Name: Susan's Beefy Taco Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta; 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 medium onion, minced; 2 cups chunky salsa; 1 (15 ounce) can chili beans, drained; crushed red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional); salt; pepper; 1 cup 2% mexican cheese blend; 1 (8 ounce) can sliced ripe olives (optional); 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, minced (optional)

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
1 lb lean ground beef
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, minced
2 cups chunky salsa
1 (15 ounce) can chili beans, drained
crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
salt
pepper
1 cup 2% mexican cheese blend
1 (8 ounce) can sliced ripe olives (optional)
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, minced (optional)

1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
2
Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
3
In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef and drain.
4
Add garlic, onion and crushed red peppers and saute until translucent and aromatic.
5
Add taco seasoning and mix well.
6
Add salsa and beans, olives and jalapeno's and warm through.
7
Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle on cilantro.
8
Combine all in large pot.
9
Serve and add cheese to each individual bowl.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta, 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix, 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Susan's Beefy Taco Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Susan's Beefy Taco Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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