Tex Mex Macaroni Recipe

Craving Tex-Mex but short on time and ingredients? This recipe transforms leftover taco meat into a cheesy, flavorful macaroni masterpiece! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun family meal, this unexpected fusion dish is surprisingly delicious. Say goodbye to boring mac and cheese and hello to a fiesta in your bowl!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 637.5 kcal
Protein 73g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tex Mex Macaroni

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • Taco Seasoning
  • Macaroni And Cheese Mix
  • Water
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel)
  • Velveeta Cheese
  • Sour cream (for serving, amount to taste)

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How to Make Tex Mex Macaroni

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 packet taco seasoning to the browned beef and stir according to package directions. Add 1/2 cup water for desired consistency.
  3. Cook 1 lb elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, taco meat, 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), and 1 (16 ounce) container Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the skillet (or a large saucepan) and cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the cheese is melted and smooth and the sauce is heated through.
  6. Serve immediately, topped with your favorite sour cream and optional garnishes like shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, or jalapeños.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

59g

Carbs

21g