Cheesy Taco Pasta

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16-oz) pkg shells pasta
  • 1½ lb ground beef
  • 1 (1-oz) envelope less-sodium taco seasoning
  • 2 cups fresh salsa
  • 1 (8-oz) block Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 3 green onions, sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
  2. Meanwhile, sprinkle beef with taco seasoning; cook 8 minutes or until browned and crumbly. Drain beef; return to skillet.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add pasta water, pasta, salsa, and cheese, stirring to combine. Cook 3 minutes or until cheese melts. Sprinkle with onions, if desired.

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