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This dish was a hit with my family. I added 1 lb of lean ground beef, used 1 whole pck of taco seasoning, and substituted 1 15 oz can of petite diced tomatoes, undrained, in place of the chopped fresh tomatoes. I will definitely make this again.<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"09\/02\/2014 09:50","GUID":"8695dfddb5494b3e9bc353d1f2a280c4","MemberId":7174729,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"cooksforpleasure","SubmittedDate":"09\/02\/2014 09:49"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"02\/07\/2013 00:49","GUID":"8d8ca756676b462ab5774d342226d11a","MemberId":4188985,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"ktype","SubmittedDate":"02\/07\/2013 00:49"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"10\/17\/2012 16:29","GUID":"0aebcab35bf34357b95b2d9a8d645215","MemberId":1599712,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"terriweyer","SubmittedDate":"10\/17\/2012 16:29"},{"Comment":"
This was fantastic and so easy. The only changes I made were to omit the corn and salt, and I used bruschetta I had on hand instead of fresh tomatoes. The recipe easily doubled and there was LOTS of sauce, so I could have increased the pasta even more. Definitely a keeper!<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"07\/12\/2012 14:29","GUID":"1CD74AE30F8146989FF15215086266D1","MemberId":313688,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Mush63","SubmittedDate":"07\/12\/2012 14:29"},{"Comment":"
This was a huge hit with everyone from my husband to my 3yr old and my very picky mother in law!! i doubled the recipe and used a whole box of penne and added hamburger and pinto beans to make it a main course. this will definatley be added to our menu regularly :) thanks for sharing such a wonderful recipe<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"08\/04\/2011 14:27","GUID":"10167091e4304545a4356736638630ae","MemberId":3634107,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cobysmom","SubmittedDate":"08\/04\/2011 14:26"},{"Comment":"
This was a huge hit with everyone from my husband to my 3yr old and my very picky mother in law!! i doubled the recipe and used a whole box of penne and added hamburger and pinto beans to make it a main course. this will definatley be added to our menu regularly :) thanks for sharing such a wonderful recipe<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"08\/04\/2011 14:27","GUID":"10167091e4304545a4356736638630ae","MemberId":3634107,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cobysmom","SubmittedDate":"08\/04\/2011 14:26"},{"Comment":"
This is one of my new favorites. It's very quick and easy, and tastes great. I love the southwestern flare. We like our food a bit spicy, so I use hot & spicy taco mix to boost the spice factor. I add some ground beef or diced\/shredded chicken to make this a substantial main dish. Can't say how it tastes leftover... my fiance always devours the leftovers before I get a chance to find out for myself. Must taste alright then!<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"07\/19\/2011 23:22","GUID":"7def1c79cba54b86b7306a820902c6fa","MemberId":6108618,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"JustLikeMoms","SubmittedDate":"07\/19\/2011 23:22"},{"Comment":"
This was OK. Not my favorite. It might've been different with a different type of cheese or with a spicier taco seasoning. I though the cheese didn't melt that well (even with the roux) and I would recommend using Velveeta or another cheese that melts well.<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"10\/06\/2010 10:08","GUID":"4ed5584510d74b8bb88cb35db0bc09f0","MemberId":3827284,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"slug9000","SubmittedDate":"10\/06\/2010 10:08"},{"Comment":"
This is one of my favorite side dishes. It's worth the time to make. Doesn't taste so good as a leftover though.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"07\/05\/2010 18:41","GUID":"e602a5d95a9e499a9985997aecbdd1d0","MemberId":3236923,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"1955chevy","SubmittedDate":"07\/05\/2010 18:41"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"01\/28\/2010 14:24","GUID":"e6129d6acf8345c8b12d5582816eaecc","MemberId":4390151,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"krystaljoy","SubmittedDate":"01\/28\/2010 14:24"},{"Comment":"
I left out the corn and tomatoes so my family would eat it. I also topped it with slices of pepperjack cheese. Everyone loved it.<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"12\/27\/2009 09:13","GUID":"42c490095789431982277b9ac592306b","MemberId":1932804,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Carol39110","SubmittedDate":"12\/27\/2009 09:13"},{"Comment":"
When I make this I also use ground beef, makes it a little more of a complete meal instead of just a side dish.<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"","GUID":"53097faa612349c2a19a6f4d32893363","MemberId":2844990,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"lalalooser","SubmittedDate":"08\/27\/2009 18:42"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"02\/10\/2009 19:29","GUID":"0b324a0d87f74a15ae15483dea60cdd6","MemberId":2401339,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"angelasandoval","SubmittedDate":"02\/10\/2009 19:29"},{"Comment":"
This was very good. I used regular taco seasoning and mild green chilies, but next time I would use spicy versions of both. Also I used shredded sharp cheddar but next time I would use mild or medium cheddar as the sharp cheddar was a little too strong. I will definitely make this again.<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"02\/21\/2008 20:41","GUID":"724751e7fea34a5a915de5baad7b3c66","MemberId":1233902,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"scrambledwithcheese","SubmittedDate":"02\/21\/2008 20:43"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":50845,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43230,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":312156,"name":"Pasta Dishes","slug":"pasta-dishes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312091,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Simmer a cozy supper with these pasta dish recipes, including vegetarian pasta recipes for meatless Monday.","parent":310796,"count":2907,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/pasta-dishes\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Chili Cheddar Penne"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n