Taco Beef and Pasta Recipe
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Taco Beef and Pasta

By: Kayce 
"This is a low fat and deliciously filling meal with lots of flavor . Serve with crusty bread and a tossed green salad."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.2 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (17)

Prep Time:
25 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
40 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package rotini pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 pounds top round steak, cut into 1/4 inch strips
  • 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
  • 3 cloves crushed garlic
  • 2 cups chunky salsa
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  2. In a small bowl roll beef strips in the taco seasoning until coated. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Saute beef and garlic until beef is no longer pink; about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  3. Mix together in skillet the cooked pasta, black beans, salsa and water; cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Combine with beef in a large bowl and serve sprinkled with cilantro.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 425 | Total Fat: 11.5g | Cholesterol: 61mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 21, 2008 by Duckball   view full review
Pretty good! I made several changes but followed the basic idea: I used around 3 cups of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 14, 2007 by JENNIMC1975 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
We liked it! Best of all, I had all ingredients on hand, except for cilantro, which we...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2006 by MaryD   view full review
This was quick, easy, and tasty. The kids thought that it was too spicy, but I would make it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 26, 2009 by Amusjh   view full review
This is so easy! I, of course, made some changes, I didn't want to have to go to the store. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on May 29, 2008 by Babycoconut   view full review
l have posted picture on this dish. l made few changes, l cut the amount of salsa and 2 big...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 10, 2011 by Dumbee cooks   view full review
I think this dish was very flavorful and everyone that tried it liked it...the one thing I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 28, 2006 by Seng-girl   view full review
This was good, but a little spicy for my taste. Instead of just salsa I would use some stewed...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2007 by TEXASTRACE   view full review
This was great, my whole family enjoyed it.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2005 by CUTIEPIECOOK   view full review
I was in need of a fun new recipie one night so that I could cook for my boyfriend... This...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2010 by NOSEYROSEY   view full review
This was easy and delicious. I used the chipotle taco mix and topped with a cilantro lime...

 

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