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Taco Mac and Cheese
This taco mac and cheese recipe comes together quickly, in one pan, and combines the best of both worlds. Picky eater approved!
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 30 min⏳ Prep: 10 min🔥 Cook: 20 min👤 Dorothy Bigelow📖 dashfordinner
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●skillet
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook ⏱️ 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about ⏱️ 30-60 seconds).
olive oil1 tablespoon(454g) ground beef1 pound(225g) elbow macaroni (uncooked)8 ozgarlic (minced)3 cloves
2
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
3
Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning and season lightly with salt and pepper.
4
Add macaroni, salsa, broth, and milk. Stir well, making sure the pasta is submerged.
(454g) ground beef1 pound(225g) elbow macaroni (uncooked)8 ozmilk1 cup
5
Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for ⏱️ 10-12 minutes, stirring every couple of minutes. If the liquid reduces too quickly, add a splash of broth. If it’s too loose at the end, simmer uncovered for an additional ⏱️ 1-2 minutes.
6
Reduce the heat to low and stir in shredded cheese and cream cheese. Mix until melted and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning.
(454g) ground beef1 pound(225g) elbow macaroni (uncooked)8 ozcream cheese (or ¼ cup thick sour cream)2 tablespoons
7
Serve topped with chopped cilantro and enjoy! (See recipe notes for more topping ideas**).
(454g) ground beef1 pound(225g) elbow macaroni (uncooked)8 ozChopped cilantro (for topping (optional))
Nutrition Facts
calories
548 kcal
fat Content
31 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
3 g
sugar Content
7 g
sodium Content
1171 mg
protein Content
28 g
trans Fat Content
1 g
cholesterol Content
92 mg
carbohydrate Content
39 g
saturated Fat Content
13 g
unsaturated Fat Content
12 g
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