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One Pan Taco Mac & Cheese
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One Pan Taco Mac & Cheese

30 minServes 6Nutri-Score C€€
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what you need

Ingredients

6 people
  • ground beefMeat454 g
  • taco seasoning (1 packet)Spices1 piece
  • tomato saucePantry113 g
  • salsaPantry120 ml
  • shell pasta (uncooked)Grains454 g
  • beef brothPantry240 ml
  • milkDairy240 ml
  • Mexican blend cheese (divided)Dairy150 g
  • parsley (chopped, optional)Produce5 g

per serving

Nutrition

488kcal

Carbs
58 g
Proteins
24 g
Fat
18 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the beef

    • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef with the taco seasoning until browned and fully cooked.
    Step 1
  2. Add tomato sauce and salsa

    • Add the tomato sauce and salsa and stir until combined.
    Step 2
  3. Add pasta, broth and milk

    • Add the uncooked shell pasta, beef broth and milk. Mix well.
    Step 3
  4. Simmer the pasta

    • Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
    • If the pasta needs more time, continue cooking and add a splash of broth or milk as needed.
    Step 4
  5. Melt in the cheese

    • Once the pasta is cooked, stir in most of the Mexican cheese until melted.
    • Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top, cover and let it melt.
    Step 5
  6. Serve

    • Top with parsley if desired and serve warm.
    Step 6