How To Make Mild Chilli & Bean Pasta Bake
There’s a reason why pasta is a popular favorite. It’s such a multi-purpose dish that can be enjoyed in a multitude of ways. With so many pasta ideas to choose from, your biggest challenge will be deciding on which pasta recipes to go for!
Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and translucent.
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Add bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
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Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
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Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and mix well until everything is evenly coated.
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Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 380kcal
- Total Fat : 10g
- Saturated Fat : 4g
- Cholesterol : 20mg
- Sodium : 420mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 57g
- Dietary Fiber : 10g
- Sugar : 8g
- Protein : 16g
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