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Taco Mac and Cheese

Taco Mac and Cheese

Delicious Taco Mac and Cheese blends creamy comfort with bold taco flavors, ready in just 35 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 383

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Beef
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni uncooked
  • 1 lb lean ground beef 93/7 lean ratio or leaner
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
Creamy Sauce
  • 4 oz fat-free cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 cup reduced-fat shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • 12-inch skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the elbow macaroni until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain well in a colander and set aside.
  2. Heat a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break it into small crumbles. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no pink remains and the beef is lightly browned.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
  4. Reduce the heat to low. Add the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and almond milk to the skillet. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the cream cheese melts completely.
  5. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and combined.
  6. Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and stir until everything is well-coated. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 383kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 36gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite ingredients like black beans or jalapeños for extra flair.

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