Taco Pasta

1 1/2 pounds ground beef 

12 ounce dry pasta shapes (med. sized shells or salad macaroni)

1 small onion, chopped (or 1 Tbsp minced onion flakes)

1 clove garlic, minced 

1 cup salsa

1 packet taco seasoning 

6 ounce cream cheese 

1/2 cup sour cream 

Salt and pepper

Shredded Cheese for topping

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and onion over medium-high heat until no longer pink. While ground beef is cooking, boil pasta 1 minute less than package directions. Once the meat is cooked through, drain off the excess fat and mix in the garlic. Cook for another minute then mix in the salsa and taco seasoning and let simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes.  Add the cream cheese and sour cream to mixture and simmer till the cream cheese is thoroughly melted and blends well. Add salt and pepper if desired. Let cool to a little warmer than room temperature, then place in labeled bag.

Labels (12): Taco Pasta: Thaw and bake in 350 degree oven for 30 minutes or until warm. Top with grated cheese.  2/26/13