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Taco Pasta

Since Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner I decided it was time to try an idea that's been kicking around in my brain for a while now, Taco Pasta. It is all that taco-y goodness with everyone's favorite...pasta! 

Course Entree
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 people
Author cindy

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup taco seasoning
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 8 oz rotini pasta uncooked
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Instructions

  1. In saute pan, cook and crumble the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any grease.

  2. Add the water, taco seasoning and the salsa to the ground beef and mix well. Add the pasta and mix again.

  3. Bring to a boil.

  4. Reduce heat to simmer and cover. Cook for 20 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.

  5. Mix in the cheese and stir until melted.

  6. Serve with a salad.