Inside-Out Mac & Cheese Taco

Mac and cheese tacos are a popular fusion dish that combines the comforting flavors of macaroni and cheese with the handheld convenience of a taco.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Inside-Out Mac & Cheese Taco

Cooking Method: Baking, Stovetop Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Comfort Food, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Black Pepper
• 4 piece Taco Shells
• 1 pound Ground Beef
• 1 small Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Taco Seasoning
• 1 cup Lettuce
• 1 medium Tomato
• 4 tablespoon Sour Cream
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and black pepper.
4. In a separate pan, cook the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic until browned. Drain any excess grease. Stir in the taco seasoning.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
6. Stuff each taco shell with mac and cheese, followed by the ground beef mixture. Place the filled tacos in a baking dish.
7. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the tacos are heated through.
8. Serve the Inside-Out Mac & Cheese Tacos topped with lettuce, diced tomato, sour cream, and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.