One Pot Cheesy Taco Skillet
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Serves: 5 servings (about 1½ cups each)
 
Ingredients
  • 1 lb 96% lean ground beef
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup mild salsa
  • 8 oz uncooked whole wheat pasta shells
  • 1 cup 2% shredded Colby or cheddar cheese
Instructions
  1. Place a large, deep skillet over medium heat; add ground beef and cook until no longer pink, breaking up with a wooden spoon or spatula.
  2. Add black pepper, taco seasoning, water, salsa, and pasta; stir and bring to a boil.
  3. Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for 15 minutes or until pasta is tender. Turn off heat and stir in cheese. Serve hot with toppings, if desired.
Notes
Recipe from Mother Thyme
Nutrition Information
Serving size: ~1½ cups Calories: 364 Fat: 8.4 Carbohydrates: 38.6 Sugar: 3.6 Sodium: 664 Fiber: 5.6 Protein: 32.6 Cholesterol: 70
Recipe by Prevention RD at https://preventionrd.com/one-pot-cheesy-taco-skillet/