Description
A delightful fusion of vibrant Tex Mex flavors and comforting Italian pasta, this Tex Mex Pasta is a crowd-pleaser perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 lb Ground Beef (or ground turkey/plant-based option)
- 1 can Diced Tomatoes
- 1 can Diced Green Chiles
- 2 cups Shredded Cheese (Cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 1 Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 1 tsp Cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onions and garlic until the onion turns translucent.
- Brown the ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Incorporate the diced tomatoes and green chiles along with their juices.
- Introduce the pasta, ensuring it is submerged in the mixture.
- Simmer until the pasta is al-dente, stirring occasionally.
- Melt the cheese into the pasta mixture until creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro or sour cream if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with black beans or lentils. Customize with extra veggies or spices as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Tex Mex, pasta, quick dinner, comfort food, family meal