Description
A hearty and flavorful dish that comes together effortlessly in a crockpot, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 8 oz pasta (such as penne or rotini)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are translucent.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet to prevent greasiness.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a crockpot. Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning, then stir to combine well.
- Cook on low for 240 minutes.
- About 30 minutes before serving, cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
- Stir the cooked pasta and shredded cheese into the crockpot and mix well. Allow it to warm through for about 15 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
Try adding diced bell peppers or jalapeños for an extra kick. Ensure to drain canned products to maintain intended texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg