My daughter has declared this her new favorite dinner. I said good, it’s easy enough for you to make for us!!!!”

 

“My Daughter Declared This Her New Favorite Dinner. I Said Good — It’s Easy Enough for You to Make for Us!!” 😂

Every parent knows the struggle of finding a meal the whole family will eat without complaints. So when my daughter took one bite of this dish, lit up, and said:

“Okay, THIS is my new favorite dinner.”

…I knew I had struck gold. And my response?
“Great! It’s easy enough that you can make it next time!” 😄

Because friends — this recipe is fast, foolproof, and requires zero culinary wizardry. Just a few pantry staples, one pan, and about 25 minutes of your time. But the result? Total dinner winner.

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The Recipe: Cheesy One-Pot Taco Pasta

Think cozy pasta meets taco night — ground beef (or turkey), taco spices, tender pasta, and a creamy, cheesy sauce that pulls it all together. It’s everything kids love… and adults secretly crave too.

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Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef or turkey

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tbsp taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)

• 2 cups uncooked pasta (elbow, shells, or rotini work great)

• 2 ½ cups beef or chicken broth

• 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy, your choice!)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

• ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, green onions, avocado, cilantro

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Instructions:

1. Brown the meat: In a large skillet or pot, cook ground meat with onion and garlic over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.

2. Season: Stir in taco seasoning until everything is coated.

3. Add pasta & liquids: Pour in uncooked pasta, broth, and salsa. Stir well and bring to a boil.

4. Simmer: Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.

5. Make it creamy: Remove from heat. Stir in cheese and sour cream until melty and smooth.

6. Serve: Top with your favorite taco toppings and enjoy!

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Why You’ll Love It (and Your Kids Will Too):

• ✅ All in one pot = minimal cleanup

• ✅ Budget-friendly & customizable

• ✅ Done in under 30 minutes

• ✅ Perfect for beginner cooks (hello, kids in the kitchen!)

• ✅ Leftovers? Even better the next day

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Final Thoughts

This recipe has officially earned a permanent spot in our weeknight dinner rotation — not just because it’s quick and delicious, but because it gave my daughter the confidence to help cook a real meal (and maybe take over dinner duty once in a while 😉).

So if you’re looking for an easy, cheesy, family-approved dinner that even your kids can make (or at least assemble), give this Taco Pasta a try. You might just hear those magic words too:

“This is my new favorite!”

And hey — that’s one less meal to plan this week. 🙌