Easy Cheesy Taco Pasta

Several months ago I was trying to think of some quick new recipes that used ingredients that I typically have in the pantry. I happened to have some leftover Velveeta, so I wanted to include it too. I was reminded about an Enchilada pasta at a restaurant that I used to love, so this is what I came up with:

Ingredients:

  • 1lb ground turkey (or beef)
  • 8oz whole wheat penne pasta (or any other pasta)
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 15oz can corn, drained
  • 1 15oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 10oz can rotel, drained
  • 4oz velveeta

Directions:

  1. Brown meat.
  2. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to directions.
  3. Once meat is cooked, drain.
  4. Add water and seasoning to meat and stir.
  5. Add corn, beans, and rotel to meat.
  6. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Add velveeta, stirring until completely melted.
  8. Add drained, cooked pasta.

This recipe makes about 6 servings, give or take a couple depending on how hungry you are. It makes delicious leftovers too!

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