Cheesy Taco Pasta

Beef, Mexican, Pasta

Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Servings: Servings: 6 servings Source:

Ingredients

1/2 pound large shells pasta

1 tablespoon canola oil

1 pound ground beef

1 yellow onion diced

4 cloves garlic minced

2 tablespoons taco seasoning (below)

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

3/4 cup water

1 cup jarred salsa

1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded

Salt to taste

Pepper to taste


Taco Seasoning:

2 teaspoons cumin

4 tablespoons chili powder

1 1/2 tablespoons paprika

1 tsp salt

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp dried onion powder

1 tsp oregano

1/4 teaspoon black pepper


Garnish:

Cheese

Crushed tortilla chips

Sour cream

Chopped parsley

Directions

Cook the pasta according box directions, drain and set aside.

In the meantime, place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. Once it starts sizzling add the ground beef and brown well, breaking it with a spoon until no longer pink.

Drain the fat.

Add the onion and garlic, stir and cook for 1 minute.

Add the taco seasoning, dried oregano, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Add 3/4 cup of water, stir and cook until water is gone.

Add the pasta to the pan. Add the salsa and cheese. Stir to combine.

Serve immediately, preferably with crunchy tortilla chips, sour cream and more cheese on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 432, Fat: 20g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Cholesterol: 59mg, Sodium: 634mg, Potassium: 486mg, Carbohydrates: 34g, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 4g, Protein: 25g, Vitamin A: 8.9%, Vitamin C: 3.5%, Calcium: 16.2%, Iron: 14.5%