Description
Taco Macaroni offers a mouthwatering blend of ground beef, creamy cheeses, and pasta, making it a quick and hearty meal perfect for busy families.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 packet (1 ounce / 3 tablespoons) taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 2 cups beef broth
- ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 ounces medium shell pasta, uncooked
- 4 ounces cream cheese, diced
- 1 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup sour cream, plus more for garnish
- cilantro, chopped for garnish
- jalapeno, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned for 8 to 10 minutes, draining excess grease afterward.
- Stir in garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute.
- Add taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, beef broth, heavy cream, and uncooked pasta, stirring to combine.
- Bring to a low boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for 10 to 12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat when the pasta is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Mix in cream cheese, cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheeses until melted and smooth.
- Fold in sour cream and serve garnished with cilantro, jalapenos, and sour cream.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
Adjust the taco seasoning quantity to taste for spicier or milder flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg