Taco Pasta Recipe

Name: Taco Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb turkey; 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons old el paso taco seasoning mix; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Mexican-style diced tomatoes, undrained; ¼ cup finely chopped white onion; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 (8 ounce) packagefrontera red chile enchilada sauce with roasted tomato and garlic; 4 ounces cream cheese, soften, cut into 1-inch pieces; 3 cups cooked pasta shells; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb turkey
1 cup water
2 tablespoons old el paso taco seasoning mix
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Mexican-style diced tomatoes, undrained
¼ cup finely chopped white onion
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 (8 ounce) packagefrontera red chile enchilada sauce with roasted tomato and garlic
4 ounces cream cheese, soften, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cups cooked pasta shells
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1
In 10-inch skillet, cook beef or turkey over medium-high heat 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked.
2
Drain.
3
In 4- to 5- quart slow cooker, place cooked beef and remaining taco pasta ingredients except cream cheese, pasta shells, and cheddar cheese; stir until well combined.
4
Cover; cook on low 3 to 4 hours.
5
About 15 minutes before serving, cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
6
Uncover slow cooker.
7
Stir in cream cheese, pasta, and shredded cheddar cheese until well combined.
8
Cook uncovered on high 5 to 7 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
9
Serve.

1369

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb turkey, 1 cup water, 2 tablespoons old el paso taco seasoning mix, 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Mexican-style diced tomatoes, undrained, and more.

Yes, 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.

Taco Pasta

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