🏆 Buzzy’s Famous Cheesy Taco Pasta Bake 🌮🧀🍝
Part taco, part pasta, all delicious—and picky-eater approved!
🐝 Why it’s a winner:
✔️ Budget-friendly
✔️ One-pan meal
✔️ Hidden veggie option
✔️ Leftovers = magic
🛒 Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef or turkey
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1 packet taco seasoning (or make your own!)
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2 cups uncooked pasta (penne, rotini, or elbow)
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1 can diced tomatoes (drained)
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1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
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1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
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1 cup black beans (optional)
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup sour cream
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: diced bell peppers, onion, zucchini (sauté with meat)
🍳 Directions:
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Cook pasta according to box instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, brown the meat over medium heat. Drain fat.
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Stir in taco seasoning, salsa, diced tomatoes, corn, and beans. Simmer for 5 mins.
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Stir in cooked pasta and sour cream. Mix until creamy.
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Pour into a greased 9×13 baking dish. Top with cheddar cheese.
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Bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
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Top with optional extras: green onions, crushed tortilla chips, avocado, or more salsa! 🥑🌶️
🍴 Serve with:
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A simple salad
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Chips and guac
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A side of fruit skewers for a fun twist! 🍓🍍
💛 Buzz-Worthy Tip:
Turn this into a Make-Your-Own Taco Pasta Bar for picky eaters—let each kid add their toppings before baking their personal ramekin-sized dish!
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