Cheesy Beef Taco Pasta

Here’s a Cheesy Beef Taco Pasta recipe that’s quick, hearty, and perfect for a weeknight dinner:

🌮 Cheesy Beef Taco Pasta

🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes | 🍽️ Serves: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)

• 1 can (10 oz) Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies)

• 1/2 cup salsa (your preferred spice level)

• 2 cups beef broth

• 8 oz (about 2½ cups) uncooked pasta (small shapes like rotini, shells, or penne)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

• 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for creaminess)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Chopped cilantro or green onions, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Brown the beef:
   In a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.

2. Add aromatics:
   Add diced onion and garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

3. Season it:
   Stir in taco seasoning, Rotel, salsa, and beef broth. Mix well.

4. Add pasta:
   Stir in the uncooked pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes, or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.

5. Make it cheesy:
   Stir in the shredded cheeses and sour cream (if using) until melted and creamy.

6. Season & serve:
   Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions.

💡 Optional Add-Ins:

• Black beans or corn

• Jalapeños for extra heat

• Crushed tortilla chips on top for crunch