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Taco Pasta




Source of Recipe


lhj.com






Recipe Introduction


A casserole combination of pasta, salsa, ground beef, and cheese will satisfy any adult's craving for Mexican food. As an extra bonus, since some kids could eat tacos and spaghetti night after night, this dish should please them as well.





List of Ingredients



• 8 ounces dried penne
  
• 2 pounds uncooked ground chicken
  
• 1 cup chopped onion
  
• 1-1/2 cups water
  
• 1 1-1/4-ounce envelope taco seasoning mix
  
• 2 11-ounce cans whole kernel corn with sweet peppers, drained
  
• 2 cups sliced pitted ripe olives
  
• 2 cups ( 8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
  
• 1 cup salsa
  
• 2 4-ounce cans diced green chile peppers, drained
  
• 8 cups shredded lettuce
  
• 2 medium tomatoes, cut into thin wedges
  
• Tortilla chips (optional)
  
• Dairy sour cream (optional)
  






Instructions



1. Cook pasta according to directions; drain and set aside.
   
2. Meanwhile, in a 12-inch skillet cook ground chicken and onion, half at a time, until meat is brown; drain fat. Return all of the chicken mixture to skillet. Stir in water and taco seasoning mix. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in cooked pasta, corn, olives, half of the shredded cheese, salsa, and chile peppers.
   
3. Transfer mixture to a lightly greased 3-quart rectangular casserole. Bake, covered, in a 350 degree F oven for 45 minutes or until heated through. Remove from oven; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
   
4. Serve with lettuce, tomato wedges, and, if desired, tortilla chips and sour cream.
   






Final Comments


Makes 12 servings

To Tote: Cover tightly. Transport in an insulated carrier. Transport lettuce, tomatoes, and, if desired, sour cream in an insulated cooler with ice packs. If desired, transport chips in an airtight bag or container.

For 6 Servings: Prepare using method above, except transfer mixture to a 2-quart rectangular baking dish and bake for 30 minutes.