Step 1

Cook pasta according to package, drain and set aside. To make this using just one pot, use a dutch oven!

Step 2

Using your dutch oven or a cast iron skillet, brown meat. When done, drain any fat.

Step 3

Add your cooked pasta to the drained meat. (If you don't have a dutch oven or cast iron skillet, you can move everything to a casserole dish.) Then layer with meat.

Step 4

Next sprinkle the seasoning packet over the meat then pour water over top. Next add salsa.

Step 5

Give everything a stir to mix ingredients together then top with shredded cheese.

Step 6

Bake in the oven at 400˚ for about 18-22 minutes or until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbly.

Step 7

Serve with any taco-style toppings you'd like. See above post for ideas!