CHEESY TACO PASTA

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 30 mins | Yield: 6 Servings

Pasta, ground beef, and a lot more made this incredible dish a total family comfort food! Ready in just half an hour. You have got to give this recipe a try. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS :

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 lb. large shells of pasta
• 3/4 c water
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp canola oil
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 yellow onion (diced)
• 1 c jarred salsa
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp taco seasoning
• Pepper to taste
• 1 1/2 c cheddar cheese (shredded)

Garnish:

• Chopped parsley
• Sour cream
• Cheese
• Crushed tortilla chips

DIRECTIONS :

1. Refer to the directions provided on the package of pasta shells on how to cook them. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. Place a large skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium-high. Add oil and allow it to become hot. Add the ground beef, then cook for a few minutes until crumbly and brown.
3. Leave about 2 tbsp of the grease in the skillet and remove the rest.
4. Add the garlic and onion into the skillet, then sauté for a few minutes until aromatic and translucent.
5. Stir in the dried oregano, taco seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until well incorporated.
6. Stir in 3/4 cup of water and simmer the mixture for a few more minutes.
7. Add the cooked pasta shells, then toss to coat.
8. Stir in the cheese and salsa until well blended. Dish out!
9. Serve and enjoy!

Notes:

1. Place any leftovers in an airtight container, then put them in the fridge. Reheat for a few minutes before serving again.
2. Lean ground beef is the best choice for this recipe.
3. Add water if the texture of the sauce becomes too thick or tomato paste to thin it out.
4. You can add milk instead of water if you prefer.

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 432 kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 634mg | Potassium: 486mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 445IU | Vitamin C: 2.9mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 2.6mg