One Pot Beef Taco Pasta
A quick and flavorful one-pot meal combining beef, pasta, and taco seasonings for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 pound ground beef ((450g))
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
Pasta
- 8 ounces pasta ((225g, such as penne, rotini, or shells))
Canned Tomatoes
- 1 can diced tomatoes ((14.5 ounces))
Tomato Sauce
- 1 cup tomato sauce
Broth or Water
- 2 cups beef broth or water
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese ((cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend))
Optional Oils & Aromatics
- 1 tablespoon olive oil ((optional))
- 2 cloves garlic ((minced, optional))
Optional Vegetables
- 0.5 cup black beans ((optional))
- 0.5 cup corn kernels ((optional))
- 0.25 cup jalapeños or diced bell peppers ((optional))
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook ground beef until browned. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until pasta is cooked and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in shredded cheese and optional vegetables. Serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings or vegetables.