Karen's Taco Pasta

Festive and spicy, this hearty entree combines cooked fettucini with ground meat, taco seasoning, shredded Cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, salt and pepper, garlic powder and black olives. Toss it all together and start the party!

• Calories: 552 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
• 4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 pinch garlic powder
• 16 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
• 3 tomatoes, diced
• ¾ (6 ounce) can black olives, drained and chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain.

Step 2

Meanwhile, in a large skillet cook ground beef. Drain excess grease. Add taco seasoning packet as directed on package.

Step 3

Transfer pasta to a large bowl. Toss with cooked meat mixture, prepared cheese, and tomatoes. If desired, add sliced olives. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.