Karen's Taco Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that combines the flavors of tacos with pasta. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners. With ingredients like ground beef, pasta, taco seasoning, and cheese, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. The pasta is cooked in a flavorful taco sauce, which gives it a zesty taste that everyone will love. Serve it with your favorite toppings like sour cream, avocado, and fresh cilantro for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 can tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- sour cream, for serving
- sliced avocado, for serving
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
- Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the ground beef mixture and stir to combine.
- Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth to the skillet. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Add the pasta to the skillet and stir to coat it in the sauce. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked to your liking.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it sit for a few minutes, until the cheese has melted.
- Serve the taco pasta hot, topped with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream, and sliced avocado.
- Enjoy this delicious and flavorful taco pasta with your family and friends!
