Taco Beef and Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package rotini pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 1/2 pounds top round steak, cut into 1/4 inch strips
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
• 3 cloves crushed garlic
• 2 cups chunky salsa
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

In a small bowl roll beef strips in the taco seasoning until coated. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Saute beef and garlic until beef is no longer pink; about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Mix together in skillet the cooked pasta, black beans, salsa and water; cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Combine with beef in a large bowl and serve sprinkled with cilantro.