Tao Pasta

This Taco Pasta is a one-pot cheesy and creamy weeknight dinner ready in only 40 minutes from start to finish. It’s always a crowd-pleasing dish, especially with the kids because it’s basically like cheesy hamburger helper but so much better!

For the homemade taco seasoning*

1 tablespoon chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/4 teaspoon oregano

For the pasta

8 ounces medium pasta shells (about 3-4 cups dry)

1 teaspoon olive oil

1 cup chopped onions (about 1 small onion)

1 teaspoon minced garlic (about 1 clove)

1 pound ground turkey (or chicken or beef)

1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained

1/2 cup water

4 ounces light cream cheese

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

salt and black pepper, to taste

chopped cilantro and tomatoes, for topping