Cheesy Taco Pasta

INGREDIENTS 

• 12 oz short-cut pasta
• 1/2 large white onion, chopped
• kosher salt
• 1/2 jalapeño, chopped
• 1 lb. ground beef
• 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning
• 1 (15) oz can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
• 1 1/2 c. shredded cheddar and Monterey jack
• Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

DIRECTIONS 

1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and season with salt. Cook until tender, 5 minutes, then add jalapeño. Cook 2 minutes more. Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink, 6 minutes, then add taco seasoning.
3. Drain fat.
4. Add canned tomatoes and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water and stir, then add cheese and let melt, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Add cooked pasta and toss until completely combined.
5. Garnish with cilantro and serve.