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Cheesy Taco Pasta
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Cheesy Taco Pasta

Easy to prepare, Cheesy Taco Pasta tastes just like the Hamburger Helper you grew up on—only better. Much improved.
Prep Time5 minutes
Active Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheesy Taco Pasta
Yield: 8

Materials

  • 1/2 pound large shells pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning or 1 packet
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 cup jarred salsa
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Following the instructions on the package, cook and drain the shelled pasta.
  • Once added, thoroughly brown the ground beef in the pan.
  • Empty the fat.
  • Stir in the ¾ cup of water and the taco seasoning, then heat until the water evaporates.
  • Reintroduce the pasta, cheese, and salsa to the pot.
  • Mix everything together.
  • Serve right away, ideally with optional crispy tortilla chips on top.