Cheesy Taco Pasta

20 min

8 servings

A quick, easy, filling weekday meal! While you cook the beef and dice the veggies, cook the pasta shells in the microwave–yes, the microwave! In a Multipurpose Steamer, add 2 cups dry pasta and 4 cups hot water. Cover; microwave on high until al dente, 10 min.

Ingredients

  • 1 1⁄2 lbs (675 g) lean ground beef, chicken or turkey
  • 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 red pepper, diced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets, chopped
  • 4 cups cooked pasta shells
  • 1⁄2 cup crumbled feta

Preparation

  1. In a sauté pan over medium heat, brown beef for 8–10 min, stirring frequently. Drain excess fat.
  2. Stir seasoning with water; add to pan. Add tomato, pepper, and broccoli. Simmer for 5 min, or until sauce is thickened.
  3. Sit in pasta until evenly coated and warmed through, 1–2 min. Sprinkle with feta cheese, green onion, and salsa, if desired.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 390, Fat 12 g (Saturated 5 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 180 mg, Carbohydrate 45 g (Fiber 1 g, Sugars 4 g), Protein 26 g.

Tips

Use extra-large shells and stuff them with the cheesy taco filling.

Perfectly Balance Your Plate

Serve with 2 cups mixed greens and 1 tbsp Epicure salad dressing.