Description
Taco Mac is a delightful fusion of two beloved comfort foods that will quickly become a family favorite. This easy and satisfying dish combines tender elbow macaroni with seasoned ground beef, creamy melted cheese, and zesty taco spices. Ready in under 30 minutes, Taco Mac is the perfect solution for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The best part? It?s highly customizable! Add your favorite toppings like avocado, jalape?os, or fresh cilantro to make it your own. Whether you’re serving it up for dinner or as a crowd-pleasing potluck dish, Taco Mac guarantees a hearty meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- Sour cream (for serving)
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes with their juice; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add cooked macaroni to the skillet; mix until well combined.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top; cover and let it melt for about 3 minutes.
- Serve topped with sour cream and green onions.
Notes
For added flavor, saut? onions and garlic before adding the meat.
Substitute ground turkey or plant-based protein for a lighter or vegetarian option.
Enhance spice levels by incorporating jalape?os or chili powder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg