Description
A quick and easy one-pot meal featuring tender pasta shells, seasoned ground beef, and a rich, cheesy taco sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes
- 8 oz medium pasta shells
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 oz Velveeta (optional)
- Optional: black beans, corn, jalapeños
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet, drain excess grease.
- Add butter, garlic, taco seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste. Stir well.
- Pour in broth, milk, and Rotel tomatoes. Bring to a simmer.
- Add pasta, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes until tender.
- Stir in cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot with toppings like cilantro, sour cream, or avocado.
Notes
- Use fresh cheese for the creamiest sauce.
- Adjust spice level by adding jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
- Swap beef for ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American