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Creamy Taco Pasta

Creamy Taco Pasta Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
  • 8 oz dry pasta
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Fresh cilantro, for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high. Sauté onion for 3 minutes, add garlic for 30 seconds, then brown the beef for 5-6 minutes, breaking it up.
  2. Stir in taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in broth and tomatoes with their juices, scrape up any bits, and bring to a boil. Add pasta, return to a boil, cover, and simmer 10-12 minutes until tender.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in cream cheese until melted, then fold in cheddar. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Serve in bowls, topped with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Leftovers thicken in the fridge; add a splash of milk when reheating to bring back the creaminess.