Cowboy Pasta

This cowboy pasta is my pasta spin on my viral cowboy casserole recipe. Super simple and delicious.

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My first ever viral recipe was my Cowboy Casserole recipe, a twist on the traditional tater tot casserole using hashbrowns instead of tater tots. It is a family favorite and one that we have on repeat often. However, the other night I was getting ready to make my cowboy casserole recipe and realized that I was out of hashbrowns! So, since I already had the base created I cooked up some pasta and used it instead. This is true magic that happened in this pot!

Ingredients

• Ground Beef – I will often add in a little extra ground beef for a protein boost
• Onion Soup Mix – I make my own or use the packet
• Cream of Mushroom Soup – again! I make my own, but you can use the canned stuff
• Milk – any milk can be used!
• Sour Cream – adds creaminess and tang to the sauce
• Shredded Cheese – I used cheddar
• Pasta – add in your favorite shape, but I love this pasta because it has 2 simple ingredients and is high in fiber.
• Bacon – life is just better with bacon!

How to Make Cowboy Pasta

• Cook pasta according to package. Drain and set aside.
• Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until brown.
• Add Lipton onion, cream of mushroom soup, milk, sour cream, 1/2 cup cheese, and cooked bacon. Stir until combined.
• Add in cooked pasta and top with remaining cheese. Cover and let the cheese melt on top.

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