Ingredients
- 8 ounces large shell pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup jarred salsa
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Cook the shell pasta according to the package instructions.
Drain and set it aside.
Brown the Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned on all sides.
Drain any excess fat from the pan.
Season the Meat
Stir in the taco seasoning and 1 cup of water.
Simmer until the liquid has reduced and the beef is well coated.
Combine and Finish
Add the cooked pasta, salsa, and shredded cheese to the skillet.
Stir everything together until the cheese is melted and the pasta is fully coated.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Cheesy Taco Pasta
Taco Pasta with bold taco-seasoned beef, tangy salsa, and gooey melted cheddar, all hugging tender shell pasta.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces large shell pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup jarred salsa
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook shell pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, then drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and 1 cup water, simmer until liquid reduces and beef is coated.
- Add cooked pasta, salsa, and cheddar cheese to the skillet.
- Stir until cheese melts and everything is combined.
- Serve hot.
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