Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4–6 servings
• Category: Dinner / Pasta
• Cuisine: American / Tex-Mex Inspired
• Keywords: taco pasta, creamy taco pasta, ground beef pasta, deesviral

Ingredients

• 12 oz pasta (penne or shells)
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 can diced tomatoes, with juices
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
3. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add taco seasoning and diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir well and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
6. Lower heat and stir in sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth and creamy.
7. Add cooked pasta and toss until fully coated in the sauce.
8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste and serve hot.

Tips & Variations

• Add black beans or corn for extra taco-style flavor.
• Top with chopped cilantro, green onions, or crushed tortilla chips before serving.
• Use pepper jack cheese if you want extra heat.

Why This Recipe Works

Taco seasoning brings instant bold flavor while sour cream and cheddar create a creamy sauce that clings perfectly to the pasta. Diced tomatoes add moisture and brightness, giving this dish the perfect balance of cozy and zesty.