Description
One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta is a quick, family‑friendly dinner that blends creamy melted cheddar with taco‑seasoned smoked beef, pasta, corn and beef broth in a single pot. This easy 20‑minute recipe delivers bold Tex‑Mex flavor and comforting pasta texture, perfect for busy weeknights. The recipe uses beef broth and canned tomatoes, ready in under 30 minutes for fast weeknight meals and cleanup!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound smoked beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups rotini or penne pasta
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the smoked beef in a large pot over medium heat until fully cooked and browned, about 4‑5 minutes.
- Add diced onion, minced garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 3‑4 minutes.
- Stir in rotini, beef broth, diced tomatoes with their juice, and taco seasoning; bring to a rolling boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 10‑12 minutes until pasta is al dente and most liquid is absorbed.
- Add corn and shredded cheddar cheese; stir gently until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve warm.
Notes
- Nutrition is approximate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: One Pot
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
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