Description
This cheesy taco pasta is the perfect blend of bold flavors and creamy texture, making it an irresistible comfort food. Made with ground beef, taco seasoning, and Gordo’s Cheese Dip, it’s a quick and easy dinner recipe with ground beef that’s perfect for busy nights. If you’re looking for high-protein meals or recipes to try, this dish is a must! Serve it as a simple high-protein meal or a hearty snack for taco lovers.
Ingredients
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1 lb. ground beef
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1/2 medium onion, diced
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1/2 bell pepper, diced
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1 cup salsa
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3 cups (8 oz.) medium pasta shells, uncooked
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1 oz taco seasoning
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4 cups beef broth
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1 cup Gordo’s Cheese Dip (any variety)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 green onion, sliced
Instructions
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In a large deep skillet or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
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Add the diced onions and bell peppers to the beef. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes.
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Drain any excess oil from the pan.
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Stir in the uncooked pasta shells, taco seasoning, and salsa.
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Pour in the beef broth, cover, and bring to a boil (about 5 minutes).
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Once boiling, remove the lid and cook over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has reduced.
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Stir in the Gordo’s Cheese Dip until fully melted and combined.
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Turn off the heat and let the pasta sit for 5 minutes before serving.
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Garnish with sliced green onions.
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For an extra cheesy version, heat an additional 1/2 cup of Gordo’s Cheese Dip and drizzle over the dish before serving.
Notes
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Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
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Use a spicier salsa or add red pepper flakes for more heat.
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Top with crushed tortilla chips for a crunchy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg