Betty Crocker Easy Slow Cooker Taco Pasta

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 1
Betty Crocker Easy Slow Cooker Taco Pasta
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Prep

20 min

Cook

4 hrs

Ready In

4 hrs 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 cup water
2 tablespoons old el paso taco seasoning mix ( from 1 oz package )
1 can Mexican-style diced tomatoes , undrained
2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
1 package old el paso chile and roasted garlic mexican cooking sauce
4 ounces cream cheese , softened , cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup finely chopped white onion
3 cups cooked medium pasta shells
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
574
Sugar
6g
Fat
39g
This Betty Crocker Easy Slow Cooker Taco Pasta recipe is the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you don't have time to cook a complicated meal. Made with ground beef, Mexican-style diced tomatoes, garlic, onion, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese, the finished dish is flavorful, filling, and satisfying. Best of all, you can let your slow cooker do all the work for you, so you can focus on other things while dinner cooks. Whether you're feeding a hungry family or just looking for an easy meal to enjoy after a long day, this recipe is a winner.

Instructions

1.In a large nonstick skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
2.Drain any excess fat, and add the taco seasoning mix, undrained Mexican-style diced tomatoes, garlic, and Mexican cooking sauce to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
3.Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker.
4.Add the water, cream cheese, and onion to the slow cooker, and stir well.
5.Cover the slow cooker, and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the pasta is tender.
6.When the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened, stir the pasta and cheddar cheese into the beef mixture in the slow cooker until the cheese is melted.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make, and it’s perfect for a busy weeknight.

The slow cooker does all the work for you, and the finished dish is flavorful and filling.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories, and it’s not particularly healthy.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The tomatoes in this recipe are a good source of vitamins A and C, and they are also low in calories and fat.

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