One Pot Taco Pasta Casserole
This one pot taco pasta casserole is a quick and hearty dinner for nights when you want something filling but easy. It combines pasta, ground beef, beans, tomatoes, taco seasoning, and melted cheese in one simple pan. It has the comfort of a casserole with less washing up, making it perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, and lazy pantry meals.
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Description
A cheesy taco pasta casserole made in one pot with ground beef, pasta, tomatoes, beans, and taco seasoning.
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp oil
- 500g ground beef
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cups dry pasta shells or macaroni
- 1 can chopped tomatoes
- 1 can black beans drained
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup sweetcorn
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional sour cream and spring onions for serving
Instructions
- 1 Preheat your oven to 180°C / 350°F if using an oven-safe skillet,
Heat oil in a large oven-safe skillet or pot,
Add the ground beef and onion then cook until browned,
Stir in the pasta chopped tomatoes black beans taco seasoning beef broth and sweetcorn,
Bring to a simmer then cover and cook for 12 to 15 minutes until the pasta is tender,
Stir occasionally so the pasta does not stick,
Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top,
Transfer to the oven for 8 to 10 minutes or cover on the hob until the cheese melts,
Rest for 5 minutes before serving,
Top with sour cream or spring onions if desired,
Note
Use kidney beans instead of black beans if needed. Add extra broth if the pasta needs more liquid. This can be made mild or spicy depending on the taco seasoning.
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