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One-Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta

Close-up of steaming hot taco pasta with ground beef and melted cheddar cheese in a skillet.
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Make this quick, family-friendly taco pasta in one pot for easy cleanup. It combines ground beef, pasta, and cheese with classic taco seasoning for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 4 cups water or beef broth
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni or small pasta shape
  • 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef and chopped onion in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning mix. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the water or broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring the liquid to a boil.
  4. Add the dry pasta to the boiling liquid. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the condensed soup and milk until combined.
  6. Add the shredded cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is creamy.
  7. Serve immediately. Top individual servings with sour cream and cilantro, if desired.

Notes

  • For a spicier flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce with the taco seasoning.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or ground chicken for the ground beef.
  • If the sauce seems too thick after adding the cheese, stir in a splash more milk until you reach your preferred consistency.

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