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the best taco pasta bake

The Best Taco Pasta Bake: 7 Comforting Flavors You’ll Love


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious taco-inspired pasta bake that combines flavors of Mexican cuisine with comforting pasta.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn
  • 2 cups shredded cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  3. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
  4. Add taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn to the skillet.
  5. Mix in the cooked pasta and sour cream until well combined.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
  7. Top with shredded cheese.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • Add jalapeños for extra heat.
  • Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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