Best 3 Macaroni Taco Bake Recipes

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Calling all macaroni and cheese lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our ultimate guide to creating the most delectable macaroni taco bake. This dish is a tantalizing fusion of two classic comfort foods, promising a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. With a crispy tortilla chip crust, layers of creamy macaroni and cheese, and a savory taco filling, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether you're hosting a game day gathering, a family dinner, or simply craving a hearty meal, our carefully curated recipes will lead you to macaroni taco bake perfection.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MACARONI AND CHEESE TACO BAKE



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Make and share this Macaroni and Cheese Taco Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mama2Three

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (14 ounce) package macaroni (KRAFT Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner)
1 lb ground beef
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
3/4 cup water
3/4 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded, divided (I like sharp cheddar, but any cheese will do)
1 cup salsa (Any is fine, I only have used green)

Steps:

  • PREHEAT oven to 400°F Prepare Dinner as directed on package. While Macaroni is cooking, brown meat; drain. Add taco seasoning mix and water to meat; simmer 5 minute.
  • STIR sour cream into prepared Dinner. Spoon half of the Dinner mixture into 8-inch square or 9-inch round baking dish; top with layers of the meat mixture, 1 cup of the cheese and remaining Dinner mixture. Cover.
  • BAKE 15 minute Top with salsa and remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Bake, uncovered, an additional 5 minute or until cheese is melted.

MACARONI TACO BAKE



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Comforting mac and cheese with a touch of taco flavoring and tortilla-chip crunch-no wonder everyone loves it! It's a fun change of pace from regular macaroni. -Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (7-1/4 ounces each) macaroni and cheese dinner mix
1 pound ground beef
1 cup chunky salsa
2 cups crushed tortilla chips
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in salsa; set aside., Spread macaroni into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with beef mixture, chips and olives; sprinkle with cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° until heated through, 15-20 minutes. Serve with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 597 calories, Fat 33g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 991mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

MACARONI TACO BAKE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Macaroni Taco bake Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by á-6498

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb. ground beef
15-oz. can tomato sauce
1-1/4 oz. pkg. taco seasoning mix
3 c. elbow macaroni, cooked
8-oz. container sour cream
1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish: green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Brown beef in a skillet over medium heat; drain. Stir in tomato sauce and seasoning mix. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. Combine cooked macaroni, sour cream and 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese in a bowl. Spoon macaroni mixture into a lightly greased 13"x 9" baking pan. Top with beef mixture and remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Garnish with green onions. Serves 6.

Tips:

- Cook the ground beef completely before adding the taco seasoning. This will help prevent the meat from becoming dry. - Use a variety of taco toppings to add flavor and texture to the dish. Some good options include shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa. - If you want a cheesy macaroni taco bake, add a layer of shredded cheese to the top before baking. - Bake the macaroni taco bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the meat is heated through. This usually takes about 20-30 minutes. - Serve the macaroni taco bake hot with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

The macaroni taco bake is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover ground beef. With its combination of pasta, taco meat, and cheese, the macaroni taco bake is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy meal, give the macaroni taco bake a try!

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