Description
Taco Macaroni combines irresistible flavors of beef, cheese, and pasta in a simple one-pot dish. Enjoy its creamy texture and delicious toppings for a quick and satisfying dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 packet (1 ounce / 3 tablespoons) taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 2 cups (16 ounces / 480 g) beef broth
- ¾ cup (178.5 g) heavy whipping cream
- 8 ounces medium shell pasta, uncooked
- 4 ounces cream cheese, diced
- 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (113 g) monterey jack cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup (57.5 g) sour cream, plus more for garnish
- cilantro, chopped for garnish
- jalapeno, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion; cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
- Incorporate the ground beef, breaking it apart and cooking until browned, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in garlic and tomato paste; cook for 1 minute until well combined.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning, followed by diced tomatoes, beef broth, heavy cream, and uncooked pasta. Mix well until pasta is submerged.
- Bring to a low boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Stir occasionally for 10 to 12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat when pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Add cream cheese, cheddar, and Monterey Jack; stir until melted and smooth.
- Gently fold in sour cream until mixed well.
- Serve immediately with garnishes of cilantro, jalapenos, and extra sour cream.
Notes
For extra heat, add more jalapeños or use spicy taco seasoning.
Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
This easy dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg