Week 35: Recipe #2--Taco Pasta Toss

Initially this recipe sounded a bit strange to me, but it actually really worked!  My husband loved it and so did the kids.  I found this on the Kraft Foods website (see link below).  It was extremely easy to put together, and pretty fast as well.  We didn't have the shredded lettuce to put on top, but I'd like to try that next time.  We also left out the onion, because the one we had didn't look so hot.  I used onion powder instead.  I served this with a green salad and fresh fruit.  Makes 4 servings.

Photo from www.kraftrecipes.com

You'll Need:

• 1/2 lb. spaghetti, uncooked
• 1 lb. lean ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 pkg. taco seasoning
• 1 c. water
• 1 c. frozen corn
• 1/2 c. chunky salsa
• 1 c. shredded lettuce
• 1 c. mexican style shredded cheese
• 1/4 c. sour cream

Preparation:

1. Cook spaghetti as directed on package, omitting salt.
2. Meanwhile, brown the meat with onions in a large skillet.  Stir in the next 4 ingredients.  Bring to boil; cover.  Simmer on med-low heat for 3 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
3. Drain spaghetti; place in large bowl.  Add meat sauce; mix lightly.  Top with remaining ingredients.

Recipe and link:  http://www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/taco-pasta-toss-136564.aspx?cm_mmc=eml-_-rbe-_-20120529-_-1053&cm_lm=BE6B3E2D9C2E67D1939FB89CB440C360