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Crockpot Taco Pasta

A delicious and easy-to-make family favorite that combines the best of tacos and pasta, perfect for busy days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Meat and Seasoning

  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 package taco seasoning Use spicy seasoning for extra kick.

Pasta and Base Ingredients

  • 2 cups pasta (elbow or rotini) Can use gluten-free pasta.
  • 1 can diced tomatoes With green chilies, optional.
  • 2 cups beef broth Chicken broth can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 can black beans Drained and rinsed, optional.
  • 1 cup corn Optional.

Finishing Touches

  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) Add 30 minutes before serving.
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method

Preparation

  • In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat and drain excess fat.
  • Stir in the taco seasoning.

Cooking

  • In the crockpot, combine the seasoned beef, pasta, diced tomatoes, beef broth, black beans, and corn.
  • Stir well and cover. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve warm topped with extra cheese, diced avocados, or sour cream. Optionally, pair with tortilla chips and a simple salad.
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