Ingredients
1
lb ground beef (at least 90% lean)
1
package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
2
cups uncooked rigatoni pasta
1
can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1
jar (24 oz) Old El Paso™ Thick ’n Chunky salsa
2
cups water
1
cup grated Cheddar cheese
2
tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Preparation
Heat 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add beef; cook until brown, crumbling as it cooks.
Add taco seasoning mix, stirring to coat beef. Add pasta, chiles, salsa and water, stirring to combine. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to simmering. Cover; cook about 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, until pasta is tender.
Remove from heat; stir in cheese. Cover; let stand about 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Sprinkle with cilantro just before serving.
