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Taco Pasta - (One Pot!)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A quick and cheesy one-pot taco pasta dish combining flavorful beef, cheeses, and pasta for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Cheese

  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese (shredded)
  • 4 oz Velveeta cheese (cut into cubes) ((can sub with ¾ cup shredded cheese))

Ground Beef

  • 1 lb Ground Beef (85% lean)
  • 1 Tablespoon Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 oz packet Taco Seasoning
  • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 1 cup Beef broth
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Whole milk (at room temp)
  • 1 10 oz. can Rotel Tomatoes with green chilies (undrained)
  • 0.5 lb Medium pasta shells ((see notes))

Instructions 

  • Cook and crumble the ground beef; drain grease.
  • Melt butter, add garlic; cook 1 minute.
  • Add remaining ingredients except cheese and pasta; bring to a boil. Add pasta, cover, and cook until tender. Stir halfway.
  • Turn heat low, gradually stir in cheese until melted. Serve once desired consistency is reached.

Notes

Shred cheeses at room temperature for best melting. Adjust cooking time for pasta to your preferred doneness.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheese, Pasta, Taco