Cheesy Taco Cream Cheese Pasta

Cheesy Taco Cream Cheese Pasta is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines the flavors of tacos with creamy cheese sauce. Here’s how to make it:Ingredients:

• 8 oz pasta (such as penne, fusilli, or macaroni)
• 1 lb ground beef or turkey
• 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, avocado slices

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into smaller pieces with a spatula.
3. Drain any excess fat from the skillet. Add the taco seasoning mix and diced tomatoes with green chilies to the cooked meat. Stir to combine and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
4. Reduce the heat to low and add the softened cream cheese to the skillet. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and well incorporated into the meat mixture.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the creamy taco meat mixture. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
6. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese over the pasta. Stir until the cheese is melted and the pasta is heated through.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, stir in chopped fresh cilantro for extra flavor.
8. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the pasta sit for a few minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
9. Serve the Cheesy Taco Cream Cheese Pasta hot, garnished with your favorite toppings such as diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, or avocado slices.
10. Enjoy your delicious and flavorful cheesy taco pasta!

This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or for serving to guests at a casual gathering. The creamy cheese sauce combined with the taco-seasoned meat and pasta creates a comforting and satisfying meal that everyone will love.