One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 3 cups small shell pasta
02 - 1 pound ground beef, lean or extra lean
03 - 1/2 cup onions, chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1/4 cup taco seasoning
06 - 2 cups water
07 - 1 cup tomato sauce
08 - 1 cup shredded cheese, cheddar or mozzarella
09 - fresh cilantro, chopped

# Instructions:

01 - Place a large frying pan on medium-high heat. Add ground beef and stir until it is no longer pink. Drain fat from the pan.
02 - Add onions and optional garlic to the beef. Fry for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
03 - Stir in the tomato sauce, taco seasoning, water, and pasta.
04 - Loosely cover the pan, reduce heat to medium. Cook for 5-10 minutes until the pasta is done, stirring occasionally.
05 - Remove from heat and stir in cheese and optional fresh cilantro. Serve and enjoy!

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