Kristopher's Taco Macaroni Casserole

Dive into the ultimate comfort food fusion with Kristopher's Taco Macaroni Casserole—a bold, cheesy casserole that brings together the best of Tex-Mex and classic pasta bake. This hearty dish features tender elbow macaroni coated in a creamy blend of sour cream, melted cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheeses, perfectly seasoned with spicy taco flavors. Loaded with savory ground beef, diced onions, and zesty tomatoes with green chiles, every bite delivers a satisfying kick. Quick to prepare and baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this casserole is an ideal family dinner option that’s as easy as it is irresistible. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish, and watch it disappear from the table in no time.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound elbow macaroni
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
• 1 14.5-ounce can canned diced tomatoes with green chiles
• 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni until al dente, according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and fully cooked, about 7–8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning mix, diced tomatoes with green chiles (undrained), tomato sauce, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the cooked macaroni, sour cream, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and 1/2 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Spread it out with a spatula to ensure it is evenly distributed.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of Monterey Jack cheese over the top of the casserole.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden on top.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2261.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4838.0

Total Fat 245.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 778.3mg	0%
Sodium 8065.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 431.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.6g	0%
Total Sugars 50.9g
Protein 242.3g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 2927.2mg	0%
Iron 29.3mg	0%
Potassium 2120.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.1%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 35.2%