Cheesy Taco Pasta

Ingredients:
1 lb. ground beef
1 taco seasoning packet
1 1/2 c. southwest salsa
1/2 c. water
1/2 lb. rotini pasta
2 c. grated cheddar cheese
1/4 c. cream
Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:
Bring water to a boil.  Salt the water and cook the pasta until al dente. 

While the pasta is cooking, in a large skillet, cook ground beef, breaking apart as you go.  Once thoroughly cooked, drain meat and run under hot water to remove any fat.  Wipe out pan with paper towel and place back on heat.  Pour cooked beef into hot pan with taco seasoning, salsa and water.  Simmer until pasta is finished cooking.

Once pasta is cooked, drain well and pour into skillet.  Top with cheese, cream, salt and pepper.  Stir until cheese melts and noodles are coated in sauce.  Serve immediately.