Creamy Taco Pasta
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Better for you hamburger helper — that’s what we decided this recipe was. Creamy, cheesy, delicious, and without all the preservatives!
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1 pound ground beef or turkey
8-12 ounces medium pasta shells or other small dry pasta shapes
1 small onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
1-2 tsp minced garlic
1 (14 oz.) can diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, drained, or 1 cup salsa
1 packet (4 tablespoons) taco seasoning
3 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tsp dried cilantro leaves
salt and pepper, to taste
8-12 ounces medium pasta shells or other small dry pasta shapes
1 small onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
1-2 tsp minced garlic
1 (14 oz.) can diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, drained, or 1 cup salsa
1 packet (4 tablespoons) taco seasoning
3 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tsp dried cilantro leaves
salt and pepper, to taste
1. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook pasta according to the package directions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water. Set aside.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet or sauté pan, cook the ground meat...
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Nutritions
Calories
384
Sodium
414mg
17% DV
Fat
22g
34% DV
Protein
16g
33% DV
Carbs
23g
8% DV
Fiber
4g
17% DV
PER SERVING *
% DAILY VALUE*
Fat
Saturated Fat9g48%
Polysaturated Fat3g19%
Monosaturated Fat9g59%
Cholesterol68mg22%
Sodium414mg17%
Potassium345mg9%
Protein16g33%
% DAILY VALUE*
Total Carbohydrate
Fiber4g17%
Sugar2g5%
Vitamin A565IU11%
Vitamin B60.42000000000000004mg21%
Vitamin C6mg10%
Calcium96mg9%
Iron2mg13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.