EASY TACO MAC AND CHEESE

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This is a simple macaroni and cheese recipe with a taco twist. There are multiple ways to mix it up and leave out or use ingredients that you do or don't have. Would love feedback on ways you have mixed it up and what tasted best! Thank you for using. When serving, you can also top the dish with lettuce, tomato, onions, and sour cream.

Provided by Sarah Jayne Jeffries

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 1h1m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package ground beef
2 cups salsa
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups shell pasta
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
½ cup sliced green onions
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Add salsa, corn, and taco seasoning. Season meat sauce with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in pasta and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine the meat sauce, pasta, Colby-Jack cheese, and green onions in a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.8 g, Cholesterol 66.1 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 965.5 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

ATIF RAFEEQ
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I usually add a little bit of extra cheese and some diced tomatoes. Highly recommend!


Lydia Ebony
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This was a great recipe! I used ground turkey instead of beef and it was still delicious. I also added a can of corn and a can of black beans. Will definitely be making this again!


Clinton Giesbrecht
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I made this for dinner tonight and it was a hit! My husband and kids loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover taco meat. I will definitely be making this again.


Magnolers22
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! I used a mild taco seasoning and it was perfect for my kids. I will definitely be making this again.


black Tiger
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This was so good! I made it for my kids and they loved it. It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


BD BABU VOLG
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I usually add a little bit of extra cheese and some diced tomatoes. Highly recommend!


Gladness Mithilene
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This was a great recipe! I used ground turkey instead of beef and it was still delicious. I also added a can of corn and a can of black beans. Will definitely be making this again!


Ayaat Faheem
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I made this for dinner tonight and it was a hit! My husband and kids loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover taco meat. I will definitely be making this again.


ChuHDry Waqar Tariq
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! I used a mild taco seasoning and it was perfect for my kids. I will definitely be making this again.


Letho Malunga
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This was so good! I made it for my kids and they loved it. It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


Monica Bohn
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I usually add a little bit of extra cheese and some diced tomatoes. Highly recommend!


Sanaurrahman Sanaurrahman
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This was a hit with my family! I used ground turkey instead of beef and it was still delicious. I also added a can of diced tomatoes and a can of corn. Will definitely be making this again!