Description
This Loaded Taco Pasta Bake combines pasta with taco flavors for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (about 3 cups) pasta (penne, rotini, or shells)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup salsa
- Fresh cilantro or green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until onion is translucent.
- Stir in corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Mix well.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with salsa and shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with cilantro or green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use any type of pasta you prefer.
- Customize the spice level with your choice of salsa.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Loaded Taco Pasta Bake, Taco Pasta, Pasta Bake, Mexican Pasta Dish