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Taco Beef and Pasta

SUBMITTED BY: Kayce

"This is a low fat and deliciously filling meal with lots of flavor . Serve with crusty bread and a tossed green salad."
PREP TIME  25 Min
COOK TIME  15 Min
READY IN  40 Min
SERVINGS & SCALING
Original recipe yield: 6 servings
    
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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.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2006 by MaryD
This was quick, easy, and tasty. The kids thought that it was too spicy, but I would make it again for my husband and me. We liked shredded cheddar cheese sprinkled on top, too.

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Reviewed on Feb. 28, 2006 by Jami Pete
This was good, but a little spicy for my taste. Instead of just salsa I would use some stewed tomatoes next time.

2 users found this review helpful
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2007 by TEXASTRACE
This was great, my whole family enjoyed it.

1 user found this review helpful


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NUTRITION INFORMATION

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 426

  • Total Fat: 11.6g
  • Cholesterol: 61mg
  • Sodium: 1047mg
  • Total Carbs: 46.2g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 6.5g
  • Protein: 32.7g

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