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Velveeta Shells and Cheese Taco Mac
This easy One Pot Taco Mac and Cheese is creamy macaroni and cheese featuring Velveeta Shells & Cheese, ground beef, and taco seasoning.
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Instructions
- Step 1
Brown the beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain if desired.
- Step 2
Season: Add the taco seasoning and tomato paste to the beef. Stir well to coat evenly and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant and the tomato paste deepens in color.
- Step 3
Cook the pasta: Add the pasta to the ground beef and water to the pot (set the cheese pouches aside). Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer covered for about 9 to 11 minutes, stirring occassionally to prevent the pasta from sticking to the pot. Cook until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Step 4
Add the cheese sauce: Remove from the heat. Stir in the cheese sauce packets and sour cream until fully melted and creamy. If needed, add a splash of water to thin the consistency, if desired.
- Step 5
Garnish: Serve warm with your choice of optional garnishes, such as chopped cilantro, sour cream, lime wedges, and salsa.
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