Easy Taco Pasta Bake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 taco spice packets.
02 - 16 oz shell pasta.
03 - 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
04 - 1 1/2 cups of water.
05 - 2 pounds of ground meat.
06 - 1 jar of salsa.
07 - 1/2 cup cream cheese (optional).

# Instructions:

01 - Turn the oven to 400° and let it heat up.
02 - Boil pasta until done, then drain it.
03 - In a big pot, cook the meat until browned and remove the grease.
04 - Combine the pasta and meat in the pot.
05 - Transfer the mixture to a dish if needed.
06 - Throw in the water, salsa, and spice mix, then stir it all together.
07 - Cover with shredded cheese. Toss in cream cheese too, if you're using it.
08 - Bake for 18-22 minutes until it’s bubbling.
09 - Let it cool down for about 5 minutes, then dig in with your favorite toppings.

# Notes:

01 - Milk makes the sauce creamier.
02 - Less pasta gives you more sauce.
03 - A Dutch oven keeps it all in one pot.

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