Loaded Taco Pasta Bake
A flavorful pasta bake with ground beef, black beans, corn, and Mexican cheese, topped with salsa and fresh garnishes.
Ingredients
Pasta and Meat
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or shells) about 3 cups
- 1 lb ground beef
Vegetables and Flavorings
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup corn kernels fresh, canned, or frozen
- 1 can black beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies 14.5 oz, like Rotel
- 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade blend (chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper)
- salt and pepper to taste
Cheese and Toppings
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, queso quesadilla blend
- 1 cup salsa mild, medium, or hot depending on preference
- fresh cilantro or green onions chopped for garnish
- optional toppings sour cream, sliced jalapeños, diced avocado