Description
Taco Macaroni & Cheese is a delightful fusion of classic macaroni and cheese with the bold flavors of tacos, making it a perfect comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
- Add the taco seasoning to the beef and mix well.
- Stir in the cooked macaroni, milk, salsa, and sour cream until combined.
- Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Top with diced tomatoes and chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Taco Macaroni & Cheese, comfort food, easy recipe, cheesy pasta