Pasta fácil con ternera y sabor a taco

Ingredientes

• 1 lb Ground beef (Choose lean or 80% for juicy flavor)
• 2 tbsp Taco seasoning (Store-bought or homemade)
• 1 medium Onion (Finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
• 8 oz Pasta (Penne or rotini, cooked al dente)
• 1 cup Shredded cheese (Cheddar or Mexican blend)
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes (Adds moisture)
• 1 can Black beans (Optional)
• 2 stalks Green onions (Chopped for garnish)

Preparación

1. 1

   --- For the Taco Beef Mixture ---

2. 2

   In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef and chopped onion for 7 minutes until beef is no longer pink and onions are soft and translucent.

3. 3

   Sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef and stir well, adding ¼ cup water. Simmer for 3 minutes until mixture thickens.

4. 4

   --- For the Pasta Assembly ---

5. 5

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook al dente, about 9–11 minutes. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water, then drain well.

6. 6

   Return drained pasta to the pot. Add seasoned beef, reserved pasta water, diced tomatoes, and black beans. Stir gently until pasta is evenly coated.

7. 7

   Sprinkle shredded cheese over the pasta mixture. Cover the pot and let stand off heat for 2 minutes until cheese is melted.

8. 8

   Divide pasta among bowls. Top with green onions, additional cheese, or cilantro before serving.