Skillet Taco Macaroni

A simple pasta recipe using taco flavors all made in one skillet.

I cannot stress how delicious this recipe is...at all. It sounds like nothing special, but do not doubt the epic flavor behind these everyday ingredients :)

What You Need:

• 1 lb. extra lean ground beef

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 1 can (16 oz) tomato sauce

• 1 can water (use can from tomato sauce)

• 2 cans (10 oz each) Rotel, undrained

• 3 cups elbow macaroni (I used shells - because they are more awesome), uncooked

• 1/4 tsp. salt

• 1/4 tsp. pepper

• 1/2 to 1 tsp. cumin

• 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper

• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

• 1 tsp. dried cilantro

• 1/2 cup milk

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. In a large skillet, brown ground beef with onion over medium-high heat; drain if needed.

2. Add tomato sauce, water, Rotel, pasta, and seasonings. Stir and bring to a boil.

3. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover.

4. Simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring a couple times to prevent anything from sticking to the bottom, until pasta is al dente.

5. Add milk and cheddar cheese and stir until cheese melts completely.

Recipe from Food.com

Originally posted on Fantastical Sharing of Recipes on March 22, 2011