Cheesy Queso Taco Pasta
Cheesy Queso Taco Pasta is a hearty, flavorful fusion dish combining taco-seasoned beef, pasta, and creamy queso for the ultimate comfort food
Equipment
- Large pot
- Skillet
- Wooden spoon
- strainer
- measuring cups/spoons
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta penne or rotini
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade mix
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup jarred queso dip or homemade queso
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- ½ cup salsa
- ½ cup sour cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water, stirring until well combined.
- Stir in salsa and queso dip, then lower heat.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Mix in shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Stir in sour cream for richness.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx. 1 cup):
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 3g