1 lb. beef cubed steak
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 tsp. salt
1 (1.25 oz.) pkg. taco spices and seasonings
2 (14 1/2 to 16 oz. each) cans diced tomatoes (undrained)
1 1/2 c. uncooked rotini (spiral) pasta
1/2 c. water
1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

Cut beef steaks lengthwise into 1-inch wide strips, then crosswise into 1-inch pieces. Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium/high heat until hot (not boiling). Add beef and onion. Cook and stir 3 minutes and season with salt. Stir in taco seasonings, tomatoes, pasta and water into beef. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover tightly and simmer 20 minutes or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle with cheese before serving.

Makes 4 servings.