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One-Pan Taco Macaroni and Cheese

by on March 16, 2015 in Main Courses, Pasta March 16, 2015 Main CoursesPasta
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Description

This One-Pan Taco Macaroni and Cheese is fresh, full of classic Mexican flavor, and ready in no time!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Onion
  • ½ teaspoons Garlic Powder
  • 4 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning
  • 1 cup Water, Divided
  • 2 cups Beef Broth
  • 3 cups Elbow Macaroni
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes, Quartered
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Preparation

Add ground beef, minced onion and garlic powder to a large skillet. Brown and crumble beef. Drain and return to same pan.

Stir in taco seasoning and half of the water. Return to a boil and let simmer for 5 minutes.

Add in beef broth, remaining water, and pasta. Simmer for 8–12 minutes, or until noodles are tender.

Top mixture with tomatoes and cheese. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Remove cover and stir. Serve immediately.

Enjoy!

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Tammie Carter on 8.20.2019

Quite yummy! Tweaked with a little more taco seasoning and added 1/2 cup jarred salsa. Topped off with shredded cheddar and sour cream. Definitely a keeper!

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Chrissy Witney on 10.27.2017

Absolutely delicious! Both kids gobbled it up. So easy and such easy cleanup!! Definitely has become a family favorite. :) Thank you for sharing it!

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Kathy on 10.13.2015

My husband really loves this dish! I make a little toppings bar to go along with it and the kids add what they want-tomatoes, Fritos, cheese, green onions and cilantro. Really good! Thanks for sharing.

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That Lady on 8.15.2015

I’ve made this recipe three times already; twice with ground beef and once with ground pork. This had become one of my family favorite quick and easy meals.

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