Spicy Southwestern Pasta


Course : Pasta
Serves: 4 - 6
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Ingredients:


1 1/2 teaspoons cumin

2 cans tomato puree --14-ounce

1 large onion -- finely chopped

3 cloves garlic -- minced

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes -- (or red chili),

2 teaspoons chili powerd

2 teaspoons oregano -- dried and crushed

1 can red enchilada sauce -- 16-ounce your

1 can beans -- 16-ounce(i used pintos)

1 can corn kernels -- 16-ounce

1 pound pasta of your choice

6 ounces reduced or fat-free cheddar cheese -- (optional)
 

Preparation / Directions:


In a medium to large pot, over medium heat, add cumin and toast until you can smell the seasoning (if using seeds, until golden brown). Add 3 cups of the tomatoe puree, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, chili and pepper flakes, and oregano. Mix well, bring to a simmer. Reduce to a low heat, cook covered for 25 minutes. Add the remaining ingreadients, excluding the cheese and pasta. Mix well, cook for 10 minutes, add your cooked pasta. Or ... place 1 cup of the cooked pasta on a plate and top each serving with the sauce. Sprinkle each plate with cheese, and serve. Cilantro spriggs look great as garnish!

 

Nutritional Information:

953 Calories (kcal); 5g Total Fat; (4% calories from fat); 54g Protein; 182g Carbohydrate; 74mg Cholesterol; 1718mg Sodium


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