Description
Easy Cheesy Taco Pasta Bake is the ultimate comfort dish that combines the rich flavors of tacos with gooey, melted cheese and pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a hearty meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table. With just one bite, you’ll be transported to fiesta nights filled with laughter and good vibes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz medium shells or rotini pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain well.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey for about 6-8 minutes until no pink remains.
- Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes (with juices), black beans, and cooked pasta until well combined.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the pasta mixture, followed by half of the shredded cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with green onions and dollop sour cream on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 generous portion (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg