Chipotle Taco Pasta by Cookingwithmurph

Ingredients

• 285g (10 oz) protein pasta
• 450g (1 lb) lean ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 60ml (1/4 cup) sour cream (plus extra for garnish)
• 3 tbsp chipotle sauce
• 60ml (1/4 cup) pasta water (reserved)
• 50g (1/2 cup) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (for garnish)
• 1 medium tomato, diced (for garnish)
• 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
2. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add ground beef, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Drain excess fat from the skillet, then stir in the taco seasoning and a splash of water as directed on the packet.
5. Reduce heat to low and stir in the sour cream, chipotle sauce, and reserved pasta water until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
6. Combine the cooked pasta and beef mixture in a large mixing bowl, tossing well to coat.
7. Plate the pasta and top with shredded cheddar, diced tomatoes, a dollop of sour cream, and fresh cilantro.