One-Pot Beef Taco Pasta – Easy Recipes with Ground Beef
You know those nights when you're staring into the fridge like it owes you answers? 😂 That was me last week. But then, I remembered this magic: One-Pot Beef Taco Pasta. It’s got that cozy, cheesy, beefy goodness that makes you wanna high-five yourself after the first bite. 👏
This isn’t your grandma’s pasta—unless your grandma was into Tex-Mex flair and no-fuss cooking. We're talking hearty ground beef, taco spices that hit just right, and pasta that soaks it all in like a flavor sponge. It’s the weeknight dinner savior that doesn’t ask for much—just one pot and a little faith.
If you’re juggling work, kids, or just life (ugh, right?), this one’s for you. And if you end up licking the spoon straight from the pot? Don’t worry—I’ve done it too. 😉
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cups uncooked pasta shells
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped cilantro and sour cream, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Toss in the diced onion and garlic, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in taco seasoning, beef broth, salsa, and diced tomatoes. Mix it all up.
- Add the pasta shells, give it a good stir, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 12-15 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
- Remove the lid and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Taste and adjust with salt and pepper, then serve it up hot. Top with cilantro or a dollop of sour cream if you’re feeling fancy.