Easy Taco Mac and Cheese

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This is a simple macaroni and cheese recipe with a taco twist. There are multiple ways to mix it up and leave out or use ingredients that you do or don't have. Would love feedback on ways you have mixed it up and what tasted best! Thank you for using. When serving, you can also top the dish with lettuce, tomato, onions, and sour cream.

Submitted by Sarah Jayne Jeffries

Published on February 26, 2020

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

46 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 1 mins

Servings:

10

Yield:

1 9x13-inch casserole

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Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package ground beef
2 cups salsa
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups shell pasta
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
½ cup sliced green onions
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Directions

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Add salsa, corn, and taco seasoning. Season meat sauce with salt and pepper.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in pasta and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain.
Combine the meat sauce, pasta, Colby-Jack cheese, and green onions in a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top.
Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 25 minutes.

Cook's Notes:

You can use any cheeses you like in this recipe.

Try adding black olives or green chiles.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

380	Calories
20g	Fat
31g	Carbs
21g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 380
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g	26%
Saturated Fat 11g	56%
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 966mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate 31g	11%
Dietary Fiber 3g	9%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 21g	43%
Vitamin C 2mg	3%
Calcium 109mg	8%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 369mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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