Taco Macaroni
Ingredients
- ¾ lb93% lean beef
- 1 tbsptaco seasoning
homemade or package
- ½ cyellow onion
chopped
- ½ cred bell pepper
chopped
- ½ cgreen bell pepper
chopped
- 1 canRotel diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 ½ cbeef broth
- ½ cmilk
- 8 ozmacaroni)
elbows, baby shells, etc (or gluten-free pasta
- 1 cMexican blend cheese
Directions
- 1
Heat a large, deep skillet on medium high heat and add the beef and taco seasoning. Cook, breaking the meat up into small pieces until browned, 5-6 minutes. Add the onion and bell peppers; cook until aromatic; 2 to 3 minutes.
- 2
Stir in the canned tomato and beef broth and bring to a boil. Add the macaroni and make sure to submerge pasta into the liquid.
- 3
Lower heat to medium-low and cover. Cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring halfway until the pasta is almost tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
- 4
Uncover, add the milk, and cook, covered stirring periodically medium-low until pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed, 8 to 10 minutes.
- 5
Remove from heat, uncover and add cheese. Stir to combine
Taco Macaroni
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About this Recipe
Easy One-Pot Taco Macaroni: Your New Weeknight Dinner Hero!
Searching for a kid-friendly meal that's bursting with flavor and unbelievably easy to clean up? Look no further than this incredible One-Pot Taco Macaroni! This recipe takes all the vibrant, zesty flavors of your favorite tacos and transforms them into a hearty, cheesy pasta dish that the whole family will adore. Perfect for those busy evenings, this taco pasta comes together in just 35 minutes, making it the ultimate weeknight dinner solution.
What makes this Taco Macaroni truly special is its simplicity and satisfying taste. We're talking lean ground beef browned with aromatic onions and bell peppers, simmered with zesty taco seasoning, robust beef broth, and creamy milk, all cooked in one single pot alongside your macaroni. The addition of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chiles brings a perfect kick, and a generous melty layer of Mexican blend cheese ties it all together into a comforting, delicious meal with minimal dishes.
Tips for the Perfect Taco Macaroni:
- Customize the Heat: If you prefer a milder dish, opt for mild taco seasoning and regular diced tomatoes instead of Rotel. For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
- Veggie Boost: Feel free to toss in other vegetables like corn, black beans (drained and rinsed), or even diced zucchini during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Pasta Power: While elbow macaroni is classic, feel free to use other small pasta shapes like medium shells, penne, or rotini. Just ensure they are similar in size for even cooking.
- Serving Suggestions: Top your bowls of one-pot macaroni with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, or even some crushed tortilla chips for extra crunch. A simple side salad rounds out this fantastic meal beautifully.