Best 4 Karens Taco Pasta Recipes
Foodies, unite! Embark on a culinary adventure with "Karen's Taco Pasta," a flavor-packed dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. This unique fusion of Mexican and Italian cuisine combines the zesty essence of tacos with the comforting embrace of pasta, resulting in a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Get ready to spice up your dinner table with this delectable creation that is sure to become a family favorite.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
ONE-POT CHEESY TACO PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: ground beef, tomato, whole kernel corn, tomato sauce, water, taco seasoning, salt, pepper, elbow macaroni, colby jack cheese
Provided by Chandreyee Sen
Categories Dinner
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large quart pot over medium-high heat brown the ground beef. Drain fat and return beef to the pot.
- Add taco seasoning, water, diced tomatoes, corn and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil.
- Add uncooked macaroni and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes (until pasta is cooked through). Stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat. Sprinkle cheese on top and cover.
- Serve once cheese is melted!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 5 grams
KAREN'S TACO PASTA
I made this with taco leftovers and my family loved it. I think it works best with fettuccine, but you can use your favorite pasta.
Provided by Karen Gardeski
Categories Pasta Main Dishes
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet cook ground beef. Drain excess grease. Add taco seasoning packet as directed on package.
- Transfer pasta to a large bowl. Toss with cooked meat mixture, prepared cheese, and tomatoes. If desired, add sliced olives. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.3 calories, Carbohydrate 58.4 g, Cholesterol 66.9 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 939.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
KAREN'S TACO PASTA
I made this with taco leftovers and my family loved it. I think it works best with fettuccine, but you can use your favorite pasta.
Provided by Karen Gardeski
Categories Pasta Main Dishes
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet cook ground beef. Drain excess grease. Add taco seasoning packet as directed on package.
- Transfer pasta to a large bowl. Toss with cooked meat mixture, prepared cheese, and tomatoes. If desired, add sliced olives. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.3 calories, Carbohydrate 58.4 g, Cholesterol 66.9 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 939.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
KAREN'S CREAMY TOMATO PASTA
Traditional vodka sauce is the basis for this recipe, but with a twist to suit my family's taste. This is quick enough to serve on a weeknight but is also a treat for company.
Provided by KLEVEAR
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place farfalle pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until evenly brown. Mix in the roasted red peppers, mushrooms, and vodka, and bring to a boil. Cook and stir 5 minutes, until most of the vodka has evaporated and mushrooms are tender.
- Mix the tomatoes, half-and-half, and red pepper into the skillet. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring frequently, 15 minutes. Serve over the cooked pasta, and top with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 595.3 calories, Carbohydrate 65 g, Cholesterol 42.3 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1054.1 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of pasta shapes and sizes to create a fun and interesting dish.
- Cook the pasta al dente, so it still has a slight bite to it.
- Brown the ground beef or turkey in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
- Add the taco seasoning and water to the skillet, and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the meat sauce. Stir to combine.
- Add the shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Serve immediately, topped with additional shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro, if desired.
Conclusion:
Taco pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of different ingredients, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. Whether you like it mild or spicy, with beef or turkey, or with a variety of vegetables, there is a taco pasta recipe out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give taco pasta a try!
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