Taco Macaroni and Cheese

Name: Taco Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion; 1 lb Ground beef; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp pepper; 2 1/2 cup beef broth; 1 cup salsa; 1 package taco seasoning; 1 tsp garlic powder; 3 cup dry rotini pasta; 4 oz cream cheese; 3 cup cheddar cheese; 0 green onions

Taco Macaroni and Cheese is a 30 minute dinner idea that is made with seasoned ground beef, pasta, cheese and more. This is a one-pot dinner for you to make for your family in no time.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Servings: 4 servings

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Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion
1 lb Ground beef
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 1/2 cup beef broth
1 cup salsa
1 package taco seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
3 cup dry rotini pasta
4 oz cream cheese
3 cup cheddar cheese shredded divided
Green onions for garnish (optional) optional

Method

Using a large soup pot or dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium to high heat. Saute the onions until soft and translucent.
2.Add the ground beef, salt and pepper to the pot with the onions. Cook and crumble the beef until browned and fully cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in the broth, salsa, taco seasoning, garlic powder, and pasta. Cover and cook on low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Cook until all the liquid has evaporated.
Remove from heat and add cream cheese and 2 cups of shredded cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and everything is thoroughly combined.
Add the remaining cheese on top and garnish with finely chopped green onion. Serve immediately, enjoy!