Mac and Cheese Taco Pie
A delightful blend of creamy mac and cheese and zesty taco flavors, perfect for cozy nights and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups macaroni pasta
- 1 pound taco beef (seasoned ground beef)
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the mac and cheese by cooking the pasta until al dente, then making a cheese sauce with butter, flour, milk, and cheese.
- Cook the taco beef over medium heat until browned, adding taco seasoning and simmering.
- Assemble the pie by layering taco beef in the pie crust, followed by mac and cheese, and topped with cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- Add sour cream and sprinkle green onions on top before serving.
Notes
For a kick, add sliced jalapeños into the taco beef mix. Cover the pie with aluminum foil for the first 20 minutes of baking to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Mac and Cheese, Taco Pie, Comfort Food, Cheesy, Easy Recipe
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