Description
This Overnight Taco Pasta is a flavorful and comforting Tex-Mex dish that can be prepared ahead of time for a hassle-free meal. With layers of savory seasoned beef, creamy cheese, and tender pasta, it’s a crowd-pleaser for both family dinners and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 8 oz uncooked pasta shells
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Onions and Beef: In a large skillet, sauté chopped onions in olive oil until soft. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Prepare Ground Beef Mixture: Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with chilies, and beef broth. Simmer and add uncooked pasta.
- Chill Overnight: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake covered for 30 minutes, then add cream cheese and sour cream, top with cheddar, and bake uncovered until golden.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
- You can add black beans or corn for extra texture and nutrition.
- Ground turkey can be used as a lighter alternative.
- This dish reheats well for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
