Pasta con Queso al Estilo Taco

Ingredientes

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2-3 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (undrained, 1 can)
• 4 ounces green chilies (undrained)
• 3 cups beef broth (low sodium)
• 8 ounces pasta (like rotini or penne, dry)
• 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
• salt and pepper (to taste)
• green onions (chopped)
• sour cream
• tomatoes (diced)
• black olives (sliced)

Preparación

1. 1

   Brown the beef.: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.

2. 2

   Add onion and garlic.: Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

3. 3

   Add flavors.: Stir in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, and green chilies. Mix well to combine.

4. 4

   Add pasta and cook.: Pour in the beef broth and add the uncooked pasta. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. 5

   Mix in cheese.: Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in 1½ cups of the shredded cheese until melted and combined.

6. 6

   Top with cheese.: Top the pasta with the remaining ½ cup of cheese. Cover the skillet for a few minutes to let the cheese melt.

7. 7

   Garnish and serve.: Serve warm, garnished with optional toppings like chopped green onions, a dollop of sour cream, fresh diced tomatoes, or sliced black olives for extra flavor and texture.