How To Make Mexican Pasta Recipe
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Shredded cheese, for serving
Instructions
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Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and jalapeno. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
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Add the chili powder, cumin, and paprika to the skillet. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.
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Stir in the diced tomatoes, corn kernels, and black beans. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve the Mexican pasta hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and shredded cheese.
Nutrition
- Calories : 360kcal
- Total Fat : 6g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 450mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 68g
- Dietary Fiber : 9g
- Sugar : 9g
- Protein : 12g
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