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A close-up shot of a cheesy Loaded Taco Pasta Bake in a green baking dish, featuring rotini pasta, melted cheddar cheese, corn, and ground beef, topped with fresh green onions.

Loaded Taco Pasta Bake

A hearty and comforting taco-inspired pasta bake loaded with seasoned beef, beans, corn, creamy sauce, and melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz rotini or penne pasta
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 cup black beans canned, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley or green onions chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic and cook briefly.
  4. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  5. Stir in taco seasoning, tomato sauce, and salsa. Simmer for a few minutes.
  6. Add black beans and corn. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Remove from heat and mix in sour cream and cooked pasta.
  8. Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with cheeses, and bake until bubbly and melted.
  9. Garnish with parsley or green onions before serving.

Notes

Serve with extra salsa or a dollop of sour cream for even more flavor.