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One-Pot Taco Macaroni and Cheese is the perfect easy weeknight meal you need to add to your meal planning menu!
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Taco Mac and Cheese

Taco Macaroni and Cheese is the perfect easy weeknight meal you need to add to your meal planning menu! It's a blend of ground beef, macaroni and cheese, and taco seasoning all rolled into one fantastic dish.
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: macaroni and cheese, taco

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large pan
  • Large spoon for stirring

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
  • 2 boxes Macaroni and Cheese – your preferred brand (boiling water, milk, and butter are usual ingredients)
  • 1 can Rotel (seasoned diced tomatoes)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (Usually requires water)

Instructions

  • In one pot, prepare the macaroni and cheese
  • In a separate pan, brown the ground beef and drain the fat
  • Add the taco seasoning (which usually requires water) to the ground beef and stir until combined
  • Add the can of Rotel tomatoes to the seasoned meat so they can warm while the taco meat simmers
  • Once done, add the cooked macaroni and cheese into the meat mixture. Stir until combined and enjoy!

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