Cheesy Taco Pasta
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.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
Serve with 2 cups mixed greens and 1 tbsp Epicure salad dressing.
Ingredients
Toppings (optional): Poco Picante Salsa, chopped green onion
Preparation
- In a sauté pan over medium heat, brown beef for 8–10 min, stirring frequently. Drain excess fat.
- Stir seasoning with water; add to pan. Add tomato, pepper, and broccoli. Simmer for 5 min, or until sauce is thickened.
- 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, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 180 mg, Carbohydrate 45 g (Fibre 1 g, Sugars 4 g), Protein 26 g.
Tips
Use extra-large shells and stuff them with the cheesy taco filling.