PREP TIME: 10 MINS | COOK TIME: 20 MINS | TOTAL TIME: 30 MINS | SERVINGS: 6
Make this simple yet scrumptious, very comforting taco Pasta Casserole using only five ingredients! It’s not only easy to throw together but also quick! If desired, you can play around with the ingredients to suit your taste. When serving, enjoy this casserole with your preferred taco-style toppings.
I am pretty sure that you’ll not only love the taste of this casserole, but you’ll enjoy making this. You can easily make this super simple or healthier, even fancier. The sky is your limit with this simple taco pasta recipe.
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Ingredients
16 ounces pasta shells
2 pounds ground meat beef, chicken, and/or turkey
½ c. shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
Optional: Add 1/2 c. cream cheese, sour cream, or half and a half for a creamier sauce
15.5 ounces salsa
1 c. water or milk
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning (add 1 extra packet for more flavour)
How to make Taco Pasta Casserole
Step 1: Following the package directions, cook the pasta. Drain when done and set aside. You can make this casserole in a Dutch oven for a one-pot meal.
Step 2: Cook the meat using a Dutch oven or cast-iron skillet until no longer pink. Drain any excess grease when done.
Step 3: To the meat, add the cooked pasta. You can also use a casserole dish if a Dutch oven or cast-iron skillet is unavailable. Simply transfer everything to the casserole dish and layer the meat.
Step 4: Over the meat, sprinkle the seasoning packet. Pour the water on top followed by the salsa. Stir well, then top with shredded cheese.
Step 5: Place in a 400 degrees oven and bake the casserole for about 18 to 22 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the sauce is bubbly.
Step 6: Remove from the oven when done and serve the casserole right away with your favourite taco-style toppings. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts:
Amount per Serving: Calories 735, Fat 35g 54%, Saturated Fat 14g 88%, Trans Fat 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat 1g, Monounsaturated Fat 14g, Cholesterol 117mg 39%, Sodium 1151mg 50%, Potassium 795mg 23%, Carbohydrates 65g 22%, Fiber 5g 21%, Sugar 6g 7%, Protein 39g 78%, Vitamin A 993IU 20%, Vitamin C 4mg 5%, Calcium 133mg 13%, Iron 5mg 28%
Ingredients
- 16 ounces pasta shells
- 2 pounds ground meat beef, chicken, and/or turkey
- ½ c. shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Optional: Add 1/2 c. cream cheese, sour cream, or half and a half for a creamier sauce
- 15.5 ounces salsa
- 1 c. water or milk
- 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning (add 1 extra packet for more flavour)
Instructions
Step 1: Following the package directions, cook the pasta. Drain when done and set aside. You can make this casserole in a Dutch oven for a one-pot meal.
Step 2: Cook the meat using a Dutch oven or cast-iron skillet until no longer pink. Drain any excess grease when done.
Step 3: To the meat, add the cooked pasta. You can also use a casserole dish if a Dutch oven or cast-iron skillet is unavailable. Simply transfer everything to the casserole dish and layer the meat.
Step 4: Over the meat, sprinkle the seasoning packet. Pour the water on top followed by the salsa. Stir well, then top with shredded cheese.
Step 5: Place in a 400 degrees oven and bake the casserole for about 18 to 22 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the sauce is bubbly.
Step 6: Remove from the oven when done and serve the casserole right away with your favourite taco-style toppings. Enjoy!
