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One Pan Mexican Pasta

One Pan Mexican Pasta: Your 30-Minute Flavor Fiesta!

Discover the vibrant flavors of One Pan Mexican Pasta in just 30 minutes—a perfect comfort meal for busy families.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for sautéing
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Main protein source
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Adds color and sweetness
  • 1 small Onion Provides foundational flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Enhances aroma and taste
For the Mix
  • 1 can Black Beans Boosts protein and fiber
  • 1 cup Corn Adds sweetness and texture
  • 24 ounces Tomato Sauce Forms the sauce base
  • 2 cups Salsa Infuses the dish with heat and flavor
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Adds moisture
For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni, uncooked Choose your favorite pasta shape
For Garnish
  • ½ cup Cilantro, chopped Freshens up the dish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook for approximately 5 minutes until browned.
  3. In the same skillet, heat another tablespoon of olive oil and sauté 1 diced bell pepper and 1 small diced onion for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  5. Mix in the cooked ground beef, 1 can of black beans, 1 cup of corn, 24 ounces of tomato sauce, and 2 cups of salsa. Pour in 1 cup of beef broth and stir well.
  6. Stir in 2 cups of uncooked elbow macaroni and bring to a gentle boil. Cover, reduce heat, and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Check pasta for doneness; it should be al dente. If needed, cover and cook a few more minutes.
  8. Garnish with ½ cup of chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with your choice of veggies or proteins to cater to different tastes.

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