CHEESY TACO PASTA

Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1Boil the pasta for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain, set aside and keep pasta water.
  2. 2Spray a pan with oil, add the mince and break down. Cook until browned then, add the taco seasoning and mix well.
  3. 3To the pan add the red and green pepper. Cook until softened.
  4. 4Add the salsa and yogurt and mix well.
  5. 5Mix in the cooked drained pasta and 100ml of pasta water. Let this simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce reduces.
  6. 6Break up the mozzarella ball and mix in the pan. Top with the cheddar/mozzarella. Cover with a lid for 3 minutes to melt the cheese.
  7. 7Once the cheese has melted, divide into four portions. Top with chopped parsley.

Ingredients

  • 240 g uncooked pasta
  • Oil spray
  • 400 g beef mince (less than 5% fat)
  • 1 pack taco seasoning
  • 1 red pepper, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, chopped
  • 200 g salsa
  • 30 g 0% non fat Greek yoghurt
  • 50 g reduced fat mozzarella ball
  • 70 g cheddar/mozzarella
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

panlid

Tips

  • Save pasta water for later use.
  • Add more water if needed while simmering.