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Taco Pasta Bake
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 lb short pasta
- 3 Tbsp canna-oil (see #41cBlog for recipe)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 1 lb ground turkey or beef
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 Tbsp taco seasoning
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for topping
- Sliced jalapeno, to garnish
- Sliced green onion, to garnish
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta to al dente, strain, and set aside.
- As the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce. Add canna oil, garlic, onion, pepper, and jalapeno to a heavy bottom pot over medium heat. Cook until vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground meat, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until meat is cooked throughout, breaking into small pieces as it cooks.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and tomatoes. Bring to a gentle simmer and remove from heat.
- Add cheese and pasta. Toss until well combined. Transfer to an oven-safe baking dish, top with additional cheese, and bake until heated throughout, about 20 to 25 minutes.
- Garnish with sliced jalapeno and green onion. Serve immediately!