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Cheesy Taco Pasta

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 388 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces Large Pasta Shells
  • 1 package Lean Ground Beef - 93/7 521 grams
  • 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning
  • 1 cup Mild Chunky Salsa
  • 1/2 medium Yellow onion
  • 1 1/2 cups Shredded Mexican Cheese 170 grams
  • 4 cloves Garlic cloves
  • 1/2 tsp Oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 3/4 cup Water

Instructions
 

  • Start by cooking the pasta by placing it in a pot of boiling water
  • Finely chop the onion
  • Brown the beef in a large pan, when fully cooked, add in the chopped onion and garlic
  • Add the taco seasoning, oregano, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper
  • Add ¾ cup of water, stir, and cook until water is absorbed
  • Add the pasta to the pan, add the salsa and cheese, stir and combine
  • Serve with sour cream and tortilla chips
  • OR store for the week

Notes

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 231 grams
Servings Per Container 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 Calories from Fat 115.2
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12.8g 20%
Saturated Fat 5.8g 29%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 73.6mg 25%
Sodium 614.8mg 26%
Total Carbohydrate 37.3g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g 8%
Sugars 4.4g
Protein 29.6g 59%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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