Beefy Tex-Mex Pasta Toss Recipe is Cheesy and Full of Flavor
Kicked up with smoky chipotle pepper, this mighty meal takes just 10 minutes to prep
You know how it is: Some nights you want pasta for dinner and you also want Tex-Mex. So why not combine the two for a taste sensation that satisfies every craving? That’s what makes this beefy Tex-Mex pasta toss recipe such a winner. Not only is it hearty and delicious, it comes together in a snap, making it a great weeknight dinner option. All you have to do is cook ground beef with onions and chipotle pepper, add diced tomatoes with green chiles plus tomato sauce, and cook for a few minutes so the beef can absorb the yummy tomato flavor. Then toss the mixture with cooked penne and top with shredded cheese, which will melt right into the dish.
For a finishing touch, sprinkle this Tex-Mex pasta with basil leaves for a burst of fresh flavor. Then sit down and enjoy. It’s so good! And chances are, you’ll have enough left over for lunch the next day. Watch our video to see the recipe in action, then give it a try.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 tsp. ground chipotle chile pepper
- 1 (10-oz.) can diced tomatoes & green chilies, such as Ro-Tel
- 1 (8-oz.) can tomato sauce
- 12 oz. penne pasta
- 2 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
Instructions
PrintIn large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, cook beef, onions, and chile pepper until beef is no longer pink, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often. Add tomatoes and sauce; over medium-low heat, cook until onions are tender, about 10 minutes, stirring often.
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and return to pot; toss with 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese. Spread over beef mixture; top with remaining shredded cheese. Cover and cook until cheese melts, about 5 minutes. If desired, garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition
- Calories: 540
- Fat: 24 gram
- Saturated Fat: 13 gram
- Protein: 31 gram
- Carbohydrate: 49 gram
- Fiber: 40 gram
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
- Sugar: 0 gram
- Sodium: 622 mg
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