Description
This easy and flavorful Taco Pasta recipe combines ground beef, fresh vegetables, and taco seasoning with tender pasta shells, making a perfect weeknight dinner that’s both hearty and cheesy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb. ButcherBox Ground Beef
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- ½ tablespoon minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
- 2 cups red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons low sodium taco seasoning
- 3 cups medium shell pasta (approximately 10 oz)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Spray a large pan or pot with olive oil spray and heat over medium-high heat for 3 minutes to warm the cooking surface evenly.
- Cook the Beef and Vegetables: Add the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell peppers to the pan. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fully cooked through and no longer pink.
- Add Pasta and Seasonings: Stir in the dry pasta, taco seasoning, tomato paste, beef broth, and water. Mix everything thoroughly to combine the flavors.
- Boil and Simmer: Cover the pan and bring the mixture to a boil, which should take approximately 5 minutes. Once boiling, remove the lid and reduce heat to medium. Continue cooking uncovered, stirring every few minutes for 10-12 minutes until the pasta is tender and the liquid has reduced to a sauce-like consistency.
- Finish with Cheese: Remove the pan from heat, add the shredded cheddar cheese, and stir well until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated, creating a creamy finish.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper along with the taco seasoning.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this recipe suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.
- Adding fresh chopped cilantro as a garnish can enhance freshness and aroma.
- Lean ground beef or ground turkey can be used as alternatives for a leaner dish.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Keywords: taco pasta, ground beef pasta, easy dinner recipe, cheesy pasta, taco seasoning recipe, weeknight meal
