Taco Pasta

4 Servings

Calories: 319

Macros

Fats: 9.3g

Carbs: 43.4g

Protein: 12.1g

• 1 pound lean ground beef/turkey
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• Pinch of black pepper
• 1 oz packet taco seasoning (reduced sodium)
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup salsa
• 8 oz uncooked whole grain rotini pasta (or Banza Pasta)
• 1 1/2 cups shredded low-fat Mexican-style cheese

Preheat a large, deep skillet over medium heat.

Add ground beef/turkey.

Cook thoroughly.

Drain grease.

Stir taco seasoning into meat, then stir in water, salsa and pasta noodles.

Bring mixture to a boil.

Stir, cover and reduce heat to a simmer.

Cook for about 15 minutes until pasta is tender.

Turn off heat and stir in cheese.