Juicy seasoned beef, tender pasta, and melty cheese all tossed in a rich taco-style sauce—this one-pan meal is spicy, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying.
🕒 Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4–6
Calories: ~680 kcal per serving
Protein: ~34g per serving
🛒 Ingredients
300g pasta (penne or elbow)
400g ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion (chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade mix)
1 cup tomato sauce
½ cup beef broth or water
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup mozzarella cheese
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp chili powder (optional for heat)
Salt & black pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
🍝 1. Cook pasta
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
🥩 2. Cook beef
Heat olive oil in a pan. Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
🌮 3. Build taco sauce
Stir in taco seasoning, paprika, chili powder, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
🧀 4. Combine
Add cooked pasta into the beef mixture. Stir well, then mix in cheddar and mozzarella until melted and creamy.
🍽️ 5. Serve
Top with fresh cilantro, extra cheese, or jalapeños if desired. Serve hot.
🍽️ Flavor & Experience
This dish is bold, cheesy, and slightly spicy—like a taco and creamy pasta combined into one comforting, flavor-loaded meal.
