Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta according to instructions. Strain and set aside**.
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan on low-medium heat.
- Stir in ground crumbles. Cook for ~5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add water and taco seasoning. Stir well to coat the crumbles and cook for another minute or two.
- Stir in salsa, tomatoes, green chiles (if using), and vegan cheese shreds.
- Cover and allow to cook on medium-low heat until the cheese has melted (open the lid occasionally to stir).
- Once the cheese has melted, stir in the cooked pasta and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve topped with cilantro and more vegan cheese, if desired! Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
*If you do not have taco seasoning on hand, add the following spices to make your own (use what you have, it will turn out delicious with any combo of the following): 3/4 tbsp chili powder, 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp paprika (smoked would work too), 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/8 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp ground black pepper, red pepper flakes/cayenne pepper to taste (this will add a bit of a kick). Add more or less of preferred spices to taste.
**You may want to toss the noodles in a bit of oil to keep them from sticking together while you make the sauce.