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Creamy Ground Beef Taco Pasta Recipe

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This Creamy Ground Beef Taco Pasta is a comforting and hearty dish combining tender pasta with flavorful ground beef, bell peppers, and a rich, cheesy creamy sauce infused with taco seasoning. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal with a Mexican twist.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 3 cups uncooked pasta (Radiatore, shells, bowtie, etc.)

Beef Mixture

  • 1 lb ground beef, lean
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ medium onion, diced
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup taco seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt

Sauce

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups low sodium beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup Mexican 3-cheese blend, shredded

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Brown Beef and Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the diced red bell pepper and onion until the beef is fully cooked and no longer pink. Drain excess fat and discard.
  3. Add Seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, taco seasoning, and salt; combine thoroughly with the beef mixture.
  4. Create Roux: Add the butter to the beef mixture and melt completely. Sprinkle the flour over the beef and stir continuously, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes until the flour absorbs into the mixture and forms a roux.
  5. Add Broth and Tomato Paste: Gradually pour in the beef broth while scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen browned bits. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then stir in the tomato paste until the sauce thickens.
  6. Make it Creamy: Reduce heat to low and stir in the sour cream and shredded Mexican cheese blend until fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
  7. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet and gently toss to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy beef sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute the tomato paste with 10 oz. Rotel diced tomatoes for a slightly thinner sauce with added zest.
  • Using low sodium beef broth helps control the saltiness of the dish.
  • For a leaner option, choose ground beef with lower fat content or substitute with ground turkey.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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