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:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta to al dente, strain, and set aside.
2. 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.
3. Add the ground meat, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until meat is cooked throughout, breaking into small pieces as it cooks.
4. Stir in the taco seasoning and tomatoes. Bring to a gentle simmer and remove from heat.
5. 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.
6. Garnish with sliced jalapeno and green onion. Serve immediately!

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