Best Taco Rotini Pasta Recipes

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TACO PASTA SALAD WITH FRENCH DRESSING



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This is a nice twist on a taco salad. It works well for potlucks or family get-togethers.

Provided by Veronica Standeven

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
1 (16 ounce) package uncooked tri-color rotini pasta
1 (16 ounce) bottle French salad dressing
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
6 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup chopped tomato
1 cup sliced green onions
1 (8 ounce) package nacho cheese-flavored corn chips (such as Doritos®), crushed

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and taco seasoning; saute until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and let cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine cooled beef and rotini with French dressing, black beans, and Cheddar cheese. Mix well and chill until ready to serve.
  • Fold in lettuce, tomato, and green onions. Sprinkle crushed chips on top or serve on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.2 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 42.4 mg, Fat 34.1 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 880.6 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

TACO ROTINI PASTA



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This easy Rotini Pasta is a family friendly flavor packed meal that is ready in under 30 minutes all in one pot. If you liked southwestern cuisine than you are going to love this! It is a filling meal but when entertaining I love to serve it with Raspberry Margaritas and Easy Mexican Street Corn Salad.

Provided by Beth Pierce

Categories     Pasta

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1 small onion chopped
1 small jalapeno finely chopped
2 clove garlic minced
2 Tbsp taco seasoning
1 (14.5) ounce can salsa style tomatoes
2 c low sodium beef broth
2 c uncooked rotini pasta
tomatoes
sour cream
cheddar

Steps:

  • 1. In large stock pot brown ground beef. About halfway through the browning process drain any excess fat; add onion and jalapeno. Over medium heat cook for 4-5 minutes. Lower heat; add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add taco seasoning, salsa style tomatoes, beef broth and rotini pasta.
  • 2. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until pasta is tender. Top with tomatoes, sour cream, cheddar cheese and if desired jalapeno slices.

ONE-POT TACO RIGATONI



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All the goodness of a taco in a cheesy pasta dinner that only requires one dish.

Provided by Karly Campbell

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
2 cups uncooked rigatoni pasta
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 jar (24 oz) Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
2 cups water
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add beef; cook until brown, crumbling as it cooks.
  • Add taco seasoning mix, stirring to coat beef. Add pasta, chiles, salsa and water, stirring to combine. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to simmering. Cover; cook about 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, until pasta is tender.
  • Remove from heat; stir in cheese. Cover; let stand about 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630, Carbohydrate 73 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1940 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1/2 g

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