Taco Pasta Casserole
Author: Nikki
This Taco Pasta Casserole is loaded with flavor and delicious ingredients. It is creamy, cheesy and hearty. It is packed with beef, vegetables and a great blend of seasonings that combine to make it an extraordinary meal that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
  • 1 pound cooked cellentani pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 red pepper, chopped
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 4½ cups milk
  • 2 Tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1½ Tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
  • 2 cups frozen corn
  • 2½ cups cheddar cheese, divided
Instructions
  1. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  3. Brown the ground beef until almost cooked and then add the chopped red pepper and cook for 2 minutes. Cook until meat is cooked through completely.
  4. Drain off the fat and set aside.
  5. In a large sauce pan, melt butter over medium high heat.
  6. Add flour to make a roux and cook for 1 minute.
  7. Add milk, taco and ranch seasoning. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  8. In a large mixing bowl combine pasta, ground beef, sauce, and corn.
  9. Stir in 2 cups of cheese and then spoon the casserole into prepared baking dish.
  10. With a large wooden spoon mix until everything is incorporated.
  11. Sprinkle casserole with remaining cheese and bake for 30 minutes or until heated all the way through.
Recipe by Chef in Training at https://www.chef-in-training.com/taco-pasta-casserole/