Cheesy Skillet Taco Pasta

By PattiB

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 (1-ounce) package taco seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 (16-ounce) jar mild or medium salsa
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups uncooked rotini or elbow pasta
• 11/4 cups shredded four-cheese Mexican cheese
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Details

Servings 4
Cooking time 30mins
Adapted from target.com

Preparation

Step 1

Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the onion, bell pepper, taco seasoning and salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened, about 6 minutes.

Add the salsa, water and pasta; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, stirring frequently, until the pasta is tender, 7-9 minutes. Sprinkle evenly with the cheese. cover and cook until the cheese is melted, about 1 minute. Serve sprinkled with the cilantro