Description
Cheesy Beef Taco Pasta is a delightful fusion of flavors, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings. This comforting dish features tender pasta enveloped in a creamy, cheesy sauce, complemented by seasoned ground beef and vibrant bell peppers. With its enticing aroma and mouthwatering taste, this recipe brings warmth and joy to any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Increase heat slightly and add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart until no pink remains.
- Stir in diced bell peppers and taco seasoning; cook for 3–4 minutes until peppers soften.
- Meanwhile, boil pasta according to package instructions; drain once cooked and set aside.
- Pour tomato sauce into the meat mixture after draining excess fat, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta and cheddar cheese to the sauce; stir gently until cheese melts completely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican/American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 770mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken. Customize spice levels by adding more chili powder or jalapeños for extra heat. To enhance texture, toss in black beans or corn.