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:
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the creamy taco meat mixture. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese over the pasta. Stir until the cheese is melted and the pasta is heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, stir in chopped fresh cilantro for extra flavor.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let the pasta sit for a few minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
- 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.
- 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.
