Taco Beef and Pasta

This is a low fat and deliciously filling meal with lots of flavor . Serve with crusty bread and a tossed green salad.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 425 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 cloves crushed garlic
• 1 (8 ounce) package rotini pasta
• 1 ½ pounds top round steak, cut into 1/4 inch strips
• 2 cups chunky salsa

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

Step 2

In a small bowl roll beef strips in the taco seasoning until coated. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Saute beef and garlic until beef is no longer pink; about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

Mix together in skillet the cooked pasta, black beans, salsa and water; cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Combine with beef in a large bowl and serve sprinkled with cilantro.