One-Pot Taco Pasta
Ground beef, pasta, and taco seasoning cook together in one skillet with water, topped with melted cheddar for a weeknight dinner that's done in under 20 minutes. No draining, no fuss—just a cheesy, seasoned pasta bowl.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Brown ground beef in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high, breaking apart with a spoon, until no pink remains, ~6 minutes.
Step 2
Add pasta, taco seasoning, and 3 cups water to the skillet and stir well.
Step 3
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender, ~10 minutes.
Step 4
Sprinkle cheddar over the top, remove from heat, and stir until cheese melts completely.
Step 5
Serve hot directly from the skillet.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet with lid or cover
- wooden spoon for stirring
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