Description
The “Cheesy Taco Pasta Delight” is a mouthwatering concoction that serves as the perfect comfort food for any family dinner. This dish seamlessly blends the bold flavors of taco seasoning with the creamy, cheesy goodness of Velveeta, all mixed with tender pasta shells. Prepared in a slow cooker, this recipe promises not only ease of preparation but also a delightful sensory experience, making it a favorite for both cooks and diners alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs of ground beef, browned and drained
- 3 cups of uncooked pasta shells, cooked until al dente and drained
- 2 oz of taco seasoning (equivalent to 2 1-oz packets)
- 12 oz can of evaporated milk
- 16 oz of Velveeta, cubed
- 1/4 cup of butter, cut into thin pats
Instructions
- Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients Ensure that the ground beef is browned and drained, pasta shells are cooked al dente, and Velveeta is cubed and ready to go.
- Step 2: Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker In a 6-quart slow cooker, lightly greased to prevent sticking, combine all the prepared ingredients. This includes the cooked ground beef, pasta shells, taco seasoning, evaporated milk, cubed Velveeta, and sliced butter.
- Step 3: Cook the Mixture Cover the slow cooker and set to cook on low for 2-3 hours or on high for 1-1.5 hours. It’s important to stir the mixture occasionally to ensure that the ingredients are evenly mixed and the cheese is melting properly.
- Prep Time: Approximately 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-1.5 hours on high or 2-3 hours on low in a slow cooker