Tex-Mex Pasta
After a recent surgery, I wasn’t able to stock up on groceries. One night, I looked in my pantry and created this. The results were fabulous! —Michele Orthner, Lethbridge, Alberta
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked spiral pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
- 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
Reviews
So so so good. Way better than I actually thought it was going to be with just a few simple ingredients. It really comes together well.
Very Good and so easy to make. Added to my Very Good List of things to make!
I've made this 3 times now--it's become a part of our regular rotation as we usually have these ingredients on hand. I always season my meat with pepper and garlic powder plus I followed the advice of others and used taco seasoning to my beef. With medium salsa, it's got the right amount of kick. We love it!
I made this as is, but added 1 more cup of noodles. Very creamy, inexpensive, and quick! I did not feel I needed to heat my oven just to melt cheese, so once I mixed all of the ingredients, I turned off the heat, put a lid on and let it sit for 5 minutes. This is definitely a dish that I will be making again and again!!
I've made this pasta bake several times using 1 pound of ground beef, 1 pound of pasta, salsa, the soup & I even added a well-drained can of corn. I also use extra cheese, especially on top. I've also made it with half salsa & half mild Rotel. It's delicious! I serve it with a side of Ranch Style beans, sour cream & fresh bread baked in the bread maker. In fact, it's tonight's dinner! I may add some Taco Seasoning just for a different taste. This is definitely a keeper!
This was a huge hit. Hubby, stepson, grandkids loved it! Simple and tasty. Served with some tortilla chips and sour cream on the side. YUM!!!!
Used taco seasoning. Easy to make and really good!!! Will make again!
Surprisingly delicious! I followed other reviewers' advice and used a packet of taco seasoning on the beef, otherwise made it exactly as written. The soup added an appealing creaminess. Also used medium salsa. My husband took one bite and declared it a new Top 10 favorite! Plus it couldn't be easier to make, and was ready in a flash. Thanks for sharing this keeper!
Delicious as written.
Made this last night for myself, and like others, added taco seasoning, onions, and garlic and more cheese. Because I love spiced up stuff, added chili powder and 2 diced up jalapeno peppers. Was really good. Well worth making again, but might try different soups each time. (Cheese, Mushroom, or Celery..maybe even bean with bacon.) Good recipe Michele.