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SOUTHWESTERN SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE



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A close friend made this Mexican-Italian bake for me almost 20 years ago, and I've prepared it regularly ever since. It comes together in a snap because it relies largely on convenient ingredients I keep on hand. We like it with a loaf of crusty bread. -Rose Turner Minnick, Christiansburg, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, salsa and picante sauce

Steps:

  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. , Stir in the taco seasoning, spaghetti sauce, mushrooms and olives. Drain spaghetti; stir into the beef mixture., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. or 3-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until heated through, 25-30 minutes. Serve with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, salsa and picante sauce. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°. Serve with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, salsa and picante sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591 calories, Fat 27g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 1130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN CASSEROLE



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I've been making this mild family-pleasing southwest casserole recipe for years. It tastes wonderful, fits nicely into our budget and, best of all, makes a second one to freeze and enjoy later. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups (8 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni
2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat, crumbling beef, until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in next 8 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Drain macaroni; stir into beef mixture., Preheat oven to 375°. Transfer macaroni mixture to 2 greased 2-qt. baking dishes. Top with cheese and jalapenos. Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly and heated through, about 10 minutes longer. Serve 1 casserole. Cool the second; cover and freeze up to 3 months., To use frozen casserole: Thaw in refrigerator 8 hours. Preheat oven to 375°. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 673mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Southwest Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fusilli pasta, corn, black beans, cooked chicken, alfredo sauce, taco seasoning, monterey jack cheese, cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 oz fusilli pasta
8 oz corn, drained
8 oz black beans, drained & rinsed
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
16 oz alfredo sauce
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 cup monterey jack cheese
1 cup cheddar cheese
fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C)
  • Cook the fusilli pasta according to box instructions. This will make about 4½ cups (900g) of cooked pasta.
  • In a large bowl, mix together cooked pasta, corn, black beans, cooked chicken, alfredo sauce, and taco seasoning.
  • Pour into a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan and spread evenly around the pan.
  • Sprinkle Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese over the top and cover with foil.
  • Bake for 35 minutes, uncovering after 20 minutes to allow the cheese to brown.
  • Garnish with cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 3 grams

MAKE-AHEAD CHEESY SOUTHWEST CHICKEN AND PASTA CASSEROLE



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Plan ahead and put this party-ready casserole in the freezer for your next big get-together! Once it's thawed, top with tortilla chips, and bake for a cheesy-crunchy crowd pleaser that packs tons of flavor and just the right amount of heat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium poblano chile, chopped (3/4 cup)
1 medium jalapeño chile, seeded and finely chopped
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix
2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
4 oz (half of 8-oz package) cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
4 1/2 cups uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (12 oz)
2 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken
1 cup Cascadian Farm™ organic frozen corn (from 10-oz bag)
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ mild red enchilada sauce
1 1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips (about 6 oz)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 4-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in onion, bell pepper, poblano and jalapeño chiles; cook about 6 minutes or until vegetables are softened. Stir in flour and taco seasoning mix; cook and stir 1 minute. Gradually beat in broth with whisk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly; boil and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in cream cheese and Cheddar cheese.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package for minimum cook time. Drain; stir pasta into sauce with chicken, frozen corn and black beans. Pour pasta mixture into baking dish, and pour enchilada sauce over top.
  • Bake 15 minutes. Remove from oven, and sprinkle with tortilla chips. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until heated through and sauce is bubbling around edges. Let stand 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with cilantro and red onion just before serving.
  • To freeze: Line 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with foil, making sure foil is as smooth as possible, as wrinkled foil may get stuck in sauce during freezing process. Leave enough overhang to lift casserole out of dish. Spray foil with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate sauce 30 to 40 minutes before assembling casserole. Mix sauce with cooked pasta, chicken, frozen corn and beans; spread in lined baking dish (do not add enchilada sauce); cover tightly with another layer of foil. Freeze unbaked casserole about 8 hours or until completely frozen. Transfer frozen casserole to labeled 2-gallon resealable freezer plastic bag. Remove air; seal and freeze up to three months. To bake: Remove foil, and transfer to 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Cover and thaw in refrigerator until completely thawed, at least 48 hours. Heat oven to 350°F. Remove cover, and top with enchilada sauce. Bake 20 minutes; top with crushed tortilla chips. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through and bubbly around edges (165°F in center). Let stand 15 minutes. Top with cilantro and red onion just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 910 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

SOUTHWESTERN PASTA SALAD



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Really popular at potlucks--make a double batch! Very easy and very delicious. Serve on a bed of lettuce for a nice touch.

Provided by Lisa Provost

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
⅓ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chili powder, or to taste
2 teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 ½ cups whole kernel corn
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
½ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup diced red bell pepper
½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 cup chopped roma (plum) tomatoes

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large bowl combine oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt and garlic. Stir in pasta and set aside to cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in corn, beans, green pepper, red pepper and 1/2 of the cilantro leaves. Spoon onto a platter and garnish with tomatoes and remaining cilantro. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 468.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SOUTHWESTERN BAKED SPAGHETTI



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This is an easy, yet very tasty spaghetti casserole, which reminds me of the spaghetti they used to serve us in elementary school. I loved their spaghetti! I normally only brought my lunch, but not on spaghetti day!

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1/2 cup milk
1 egg
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Cook spaghetti per package direcions.
  • Combine milk and egg, mix well.
  • Combine drained spaghetti, milk and egg; mix well.
  • Pour spaghetti mixture into a buttered 9X13 inch casserole dish.
  • Brown ground beef with onion, bell pepper and garlic in a large skillet; drain.
  • Return drained meat back into the skillet and add seasonings; Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato sauce and cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Spread meat mixture over spaghetti.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes or until cheese melts and is bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes.

SOUTHWEST PASTA BAKE



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Fat-free cream cheese and reduced-fat cheddar make this creamy casserole lower in fat and calories. It's a good way to get our kids to eat spinach in "disguise". -Carol Lepak of Sheboygan, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jar (16 ounces) picante sauce
1 can (8 ounces) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 can (6 ounces) no-salt-added tomato paste
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/4 cup sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in milk. Stir in spinach and oregano; set aside. , In a nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the picante sauce, tomato sauce, tomato paste, chili powder and cumin; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Drain pasta; stir into meat mixture., In a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray, layer half of the meat mixture and all of the spinach mixture. Top with remaining meat mixture. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with olives and onions. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 870mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN PASTA BAKE



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Make and share this Southwestern Pasta Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

coarse salt
1 lb penne rigate or 1 lb cavatappi pasta
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size pieces (6 oz. each)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
2 tablespoons chili powder
coarse black pepper
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
3/4 lb sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler to high and position the rack 8 inches from the heat.
  • Bring a large pot of water to boil; salt the boiling water and cook the pasta until slightly undercooked-a little chewy at the center.
  • While the water is coming to a boil, preheat a large skillet over med-high heat with the vegetable oil.
  • Season the chicken with cumin, coriander, chili powder, salt, and pepper; add the seasoned chicken to the hot skillet and cook 4-5 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Add in the onions, garlic, and jalapeno peppers; continue to cook 5 minutes.
  • While the chicken is cooking with the onions, make the cheddar sauce.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and add the flour to it.
  • Cook 1-2 minutes over medium heat, then whisk in the milk.
  • When the milk comes to a bubble, stir in the cheese, cilantro, and parsley with a wooden spoon.
  • Season with a little salt and pepper; remove cheese sauce from heat.
  • Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add back into the large pot.
  • Add in the contents of the chicken skillet and all the cheddar sauce; stir to combine.
  • Transfer mixture to a baking dish and place under the broiler to lightly brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1142.7, Fat 49.8, SaturatedFat 26.1, Cholesterol 190.1, Sodium 718.3, Carbohydrate 103.5, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 4.6, Protein 69.4

SOUTHWESTERN PASTA



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Make and share this Southwestern Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Paris D

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 large sweet onions (about 2 1/4 lbs. total)
1 lb chicken breast, cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin (to taste)
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder (to taste)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash cayenne pepper
1 1/2 cups diced tomatoes
3/4 cup corn kernel, fresh or frozen
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
12 ounces fettuccine, cooked as package directs
6 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
1/3 cup cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Peel sweet onions and cut into slices about 1/4-inch thick; separate slices into rings.
  • In a large deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add onions, chicken, cumin, chili powder, salt and cayenne pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and golden, about 25 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, corn and chiles and cook 2 minutes longer.
  • Pour in the chicken stock and increase heat to high. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Combine the sauce, cooked pasta, cilantro and goat cheese, stirring and tossing to soften the cheese.

SOUTHWESTERN PASTA & CHEESE



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"I decided to give my old mac 'n' cheese recipe a new twist by including some of my favorite Southwestern ingredients. I especially like the smoky flavors of the chipotle and bacon...my family loves it all!" Serve with a salad or veggie. Naomi Reed - McMinnville, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3-1/3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
8 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2-1/4 cups fat-free milk
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
4 center-cut bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute pepper and onions in oil until tender. Stir in the flour, chili powder, chipotle pepper, salt and cumin until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese until melted., Drain pasta; toss with sauce. Stir in bacon and cilantro. Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 327mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN VEGETARIAN PASTA



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Meat-y chickpeas are the protein in this vegetarian pasta dish with a southwestern flavor!

Provided by COLLEEN CAMPO

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
½ green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 (12 ounce) package uncooked elbow macaroni
½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large, deep skillet. Saute onion, green pepper, garlic, chili powder and cumin. Stir in tomatoes, chickpeas and corn. Reduce heat to low and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until thickened and heated through.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Combine pasta and sauce. Sprinkle each serving with Monterey Jack cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.3 calories, Carbohydrate 72.1 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 426.3 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

SOUTHWESTERN CASSEROLE



Southwestern Casserole image

Make and share this Southwestern Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Little Suzy Homemak

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
vegetable oil cooking spray
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
2 1/4 cups cooked chicken, chopped
2 cups tortilla chips, crumbled
5 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Saute first 6 ingredients in a large non-stick skillet, coated with cooking spray, over medium heat for 8 minutes. Stir in tomatoes,cream of chicken soup, chicken, tortilla chips and 4 tablespoons of cilantro; spoon into a lightly greased 9X13 inch baking dish.
  • Bake, covered at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes or until bubbly.
  • Toss remaining 1 tablespoon cilantro with cheese. Uncover casserole; sprinkle with cheese mixture. Bake for 3 more minutes to melt the cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.9, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 47.4, Sodium 516.8, Carbohydrate 7.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.4, Protein 14.9

SOUTHWESTERN BEEF-AND-PASTA CASSEROLE



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This is a deliciously cheesy pasta casserole. If you can't find mini penne pasta in your grocery store, you can use small shell pasta or regular penne instead. I like to use "Recipe#111347" for the alfredo sauce.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Penne

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb mini penne pasta
1 lb lean ground beef
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 (16 ounce) jar alfredo sauce
4 eggs
2 cups Mexican blend cheese, shredded
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • Meanwhile, coat a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
  • In large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, cook beef with seasoning and salt until browned.
  • Stir in salsa; remove from heat.
  • In large bowl, mix Alfredo sauce, eggs and 1 cup cheese; stir in pasta.
  • In another bowl, toss spinach with 1/2 cup cheese.
  • To assemble, spoon half of pasta mixture, about 4 cups, into pan.
  • Sprinkle spinach mixture evenly over pasta.
  • Top with even layer of beef mixture.
  • Top with remaining pasta mixture.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Bake until hot in center and top is golden, about 1 hour.
  • Run sharp knife around edge of pan to loosen pasta.
  • Let stand 10 minutes.
  • Remove side of pan; sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.1, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 177.3, Sodium 992.2, Carbohydrate 52.4, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 3.9, Protein 28.2

SOUTHWEST CREAMY PASTA BAKE



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"I like to cook a package of boneless chicken breasts in the microwave, then dice it up and store in freezer bags. On hectic nights, just pull one out and thaw in the microwave for a real timesaver with quick, tasty recipes like this." Patty Putter - Marion, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
2 cups sour cream
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 can (10 ounces) green enchilada sauce
1 cup chopped green onions
1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drain pasta; stir into chicken mixture. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550 calories, Fat 26g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 1103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

LIGHT SOUTHWESTERN TOMATO PASTA



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This is a quick and easy recipe with few ingredients. It is a light sauce for tomato lovers with flavorful spices and a nice southwestern taste.

Provided by Rachel

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound pasta
4 large tomatoes, cubed
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 pinch dried basil
2 teaspoons white sugar
½ teaspoon dried oregano
⅓ cup olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cilantro, basil, sugar and oregano; mix well, then add olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
  • Combine sauce with pasta and toss to coat. Top with cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 582.1 calories, Carbohydrate 80.3 g, Cholesterol 95.8 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 64.9 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

SOUTHWESTERN BAKE



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A delicious southwestern recipe that includes black beans. I use mild salsa, but if you like it spicy, use hot salsa. This is one of my favorite recipes.

Provided by LINDAMOMMY

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground beef
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 (8.75 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
2 cups fresh salsa
5 cups crushed plain tortilla chips
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 large fresh tomato, finely chopped
3 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the garlic and onion; drain.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the meat mixture, chili powder, black beans, corn, sour cream and salsa. Stir until well blended.
  • Into a 9x13 inch baking dish, spoon enough of the beef mixture to cover the bottom. Arrange half of the crushed tortilla chips on top of the meat mixture and layer with 1 cup of Cheddar cheese. Spoon another layer of the meat mixture on top of the cheese layer, cover with remaining chips and layer with 1 cup of cheese. Spread final layer of meat mixture on top and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese on top. Top with diced tomato and green onions.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 108.3 mg, Fat 40.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Sodium 972.7 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

SOUTHWEST PASTA BAKE RECIPE



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This Southwest Pasta Bake was a huge hit with the kids! It was full of flavor and made enough for 2 meals!

Provided by Kristen Hills

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground turkey
3 teaspoons minced garlic
½ onion (chopped)
16 ounces salsa
8 ounces tomato paste
12 ounces tomato sauce
2 cups spinach (leaves)
1 cup corn
15 ounces black beans (rinsed and drained)
1 Tablespoon taco seasoning mix
16 ounces penne pasta
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add your ground turkey, garlic, and onion and cook until meat is browned and onions are soft. Drain grease. Then add salsa, tomato paste, and tomato sauce to the meat mixture.
  • Cook for a 2 minutes then add your spinach, corn, black beans and taco seasoning and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • In a separate pan, cook your pasta per package instructions.
  • In a 9 x 13 inch pan, add your noodles and meat sauce and mix well.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, sprinkle shredded mozzarella over top of the dish and continue baking for 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 615 kcal, Carbohydrate 96 g, Protein 43 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Sodium 1332 mg, Fiber 13 g, Sugar 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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2015-04-29 Cook the pasta until it's al dente', then drain it. Place a large skillet over medium heat, and place the ground beef into pan. Brown the ground beef, and drain any fat that may be in the pan. Sprinkle in the southwestern …
From iheartrecipes.com


10 BEST SOUTHWESTERN CASSEROLE GROUND BEEF RECIPES
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2022-07-08 Healthy Southwestern Casserole Yummy Healthy Easy. olive oil, frozen corn, avocado, onion powder, refried beans and 19 more. White Cabbage and Ground Beef Casseole Lolibox. white cabbage, olive oil, chili, ground …
From yummly.com


SOUTHWESTERN SPAGHETTI PIE CASSEROLE | TASTY KITCHEN: A …
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Strain cooked pasta. Allow to cool slightly. Add milk and egg directly to the casserole dish. Whisk to combine. Stir in the room-temperature pasta and 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Set aside. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan …
From tastykitchen.com


SOUTHWESTERN PASTA - COOK2EATWELL - RECIPES
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2018-05-26 Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, black beans and corn to the skillet. Stir to combine. Cook the sauce for 20-25 minutes to thicken and let the flavors come together. While the sauce cooks: Preheat the oven to 350°F. and …
From cook2eatwell.com


SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SPAGHETTI - PLAIN CHICKEN
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2016-10-11 Home / Posts / Recipes / Casserole. Southwestern Chicken Spaghetti. Tuesday, October 11, 2016. Pin Facebook Tweet Yummly Email. Southwestern Chicken Spaghetti – THE BEST!! Angel hair pasta, chicken, …
From plainchicken.com


SOUTHWESTERN PASTA CASSEROLE - JOYFUL HOMEMAKING
2022-03-08 Instructions. Cook and drain pasta. Cook ground beef or ground turkey till cooked completely through, adding in the minced onion, taco seasoning, cumin, salsa and salt and pepper to taste. Gently add the pasta and black beans to the pan with the meat and lightly stir together. Separately stir together the cottage cheese and whisked egg.
From joyfulhomemaking.com
Cuisine Southwestern
Category Main Dishes
Servings 6


SOUTHWESTERN PASTA CASSEROLE - THE HOW-TO HOME
2014-10-06 Instructions. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 2 ¼ quart baking dish with butter or oil. Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside. In a large bowl mix chili, enchilada sauce, cilantro and ½ cup cheese. Stir in pasta. Place in baking dish and cover with foil. Bake 45 minutes. Remove foil and add remaining cheese.
From thehowtohome.com
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RACHAEL RAY’S SOUTHWESTERN CHILI CON QUESO PASTA
2013-01-22 Instructions. Preheat the broiler to high and position the rack 8 inches from the heat. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt the boiling water and cook the pasta al dente. While the water is coming to a boil, preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the hamburger.
From gonnawantseconds.com


SOUTHWESTERN PASTA CASSEROLE | PASTA CASSEROLE, RECIPES, TEST KITCHEN
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SOUTHWESTERN PASTA | RECIPELION.COM
Instructions. Cook beef and onion in large skillet until beef is browned; drain. Stir in salsa, beans and water. Combine hot pasta, cheese dip, chiles, milk and salt in large bowl; spread into 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Spoon meat mixture on top of pasta, letting some of the pasta mixture show through; cover. Bake for 25 minutes; uncover.
From recipelion.com


SOUTHWESTERN LASAGNA CASSEROLE - CRAZY FOR CRUST
2022-01-18 In a large skillet, brown the beef; drain fat. Add the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and green chilis. Mix well and bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and cook uncovered 5 minutes. Combine ricotta cheese and eggs in a small bowl. Spread half the meat mixture in the bottom of a 9×13-inch pan.
From crazyforcrust.com


SOUTHWEST CHICKEN PASTA CASSEROLE - RECIPESCHOICE
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VEGETARIAN SOUTHWEST PASTA BAKE - ABERDEEN'S KITCHEN
2017-02-11 Instructions. Preheat oven to 400˚F. Grease a 9X13 casserole dish. Make the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rotini to al dente according to box instructions. Drain. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, black beans, corn, bell pepper, tomato, picante sauce, spice blend and 2 cups of the cheese.
From aberdeenskitchen.com


27 BEST PASTA CASSEROLES - INSANELY GOOD RECIPES
2022-01-19 27. Easy Chicken Tetrazzini. Easy, peasy, tetrazzini! And this dish really is super-easy. It’s a classic tetrazzini, made with juicy chunks of tender chicken and soft pasta noodles – all baked together in a rich and creamy sauce. The prep is simple. Just stir together chicken, soup, sour cream, and broth.
From insanelygoodrecipes.com


SOUTHWEST CHICKEN PASTA CASSEROLE - LAUREN'S LATEST
2012-08-17 Start by boiling a large pot of water and cooking the pasta for half the time recommended on the box. Drain and set aside. In the same hot pot, melt butter and saute onions, garlic, peppers, jalapenos and corn until tender, 7 minutes or so. Sprinkle in flour and stir. Cook 2 minutes, then pour in chicken stock or milk.
From laurenslatest.com


RICH AND HEARTY SOUTHWEST STYLE COWBOY CASSEROLE
2021-01-20 Add the fresh spinach leaves to the pan and gently stir to combine. Put the lid on the pan and cook for one minute, or just until the spinach leaves start to wilt. Spray the casserole dish with vegetable spray. Add half of the ground beef mixture to the caserole and spread evenly. Top with 1 cup of the shredded cheese.
From garlicandzest.com


SOUTHWESTERN PASTA BAKE | CABOT CREAMERY
Cook until lightly brown, 4-5 minutes. Add onions, garlic, and jalapeño and continue to cook for 5 minutes until onions have softened. MELT butter and add flour in a medium pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes until light golden brown on medium low, add milk and whisk. When milk comes to a simmer, add 2½ cups of cheese, tomatoes and cilantro.
From cabotcheese.coop


INSTANT POT SOUTHWESTERN CASSEROLE - 365 DAYS OF SLOW COOKING …
2022-03-02 Instructions. Turn Instant Pot to saute setting. When display says HOT add in the beef and break it up. Add in the onion and jalapeno. Brown for about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic. Turn off the Instant Pot. Drain off any excess grease. Then stir in the salt, pepper, chili powder and cumin to coat the meat.
From 365daysofcrockpot.com


ONE POT SOUTHWESTERN ALFREDO PASTA - SIMPLE JOY
2019-02-18 Fill the pot (no need to clean it) with water, and cook the pasta according to package instructions. A minute before the pasta is done, throw in the frozen corn. Drain the pasta and corn, and return them to the stock pot. Add the red peppers and green chiles back in. Also add in the taco seasoning, alfredo sauce, black beans, and chicken.
From simplejoy.com


SOUTHWESTERN CORN CASSEROLE | RECIPELION.COM
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Mix eggs, cream corn, cornmeal, garlic powder or salt, sugar, chopped green chilies, and cheese into a large bowl. Pour into a greased 2 quart casserole dish. Bake uncovered at 375 degrees for 45 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F and bake an additional 30-45 minutes; casserole should be browned on top.
From recipelion.com


CHEESY SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN PASTA - PUDGE FACTOR
2020-06-14 Add onions and bell peppers. Sauté 8 minutes or until tender. Add garlic, cook 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add chicken, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is no longer pink, 8 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of flour on chicken mixture; stir to combine. Cook 2 minutes.
From pudgefactor.com


GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE RECIPE - AMANDA'S COOKIN'
2019-10-05 Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray a two-quart casserole dish with cooking spray. In large skillet brown ground beef with onions, bell pepper and red pepper flakes. Season with Magic Dust or steak seasoning. Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, oregano and chili powder and bring to a gentle boil.
From amandascookin.com


SOUTHWEST CHICKEN PASTA BAKE — LET'S DISH RECIPES
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Meanwhile, in a large saute pan, melt the butter. Add the garlic and red pepper and cook until tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook a few minutes more. Whisk in the half-and-half and chicken stock.
From letsdishrecipes.com


10 BEST SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN CASSEROLE RECIPES | YUMMLY
2022-07-01 Southwestern Chicken Casserole Fit Foodie Finds. salsa, garlic powder, avocado, Minute Brown Rice, colby jack cheese and 12 more.
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SOUTHWESTERN CASSEROLE - HEARTLAND COOKING
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Step 2. Grease 2 (2-quart) baking dishes. Step 3. Cook the macaroni according to the package directions. Step 4. While the pasta cooks, in a large saucepan, cook the beef and onion over medium heat in a large skillet on the stove-top, crumbling until the meat is no longer pink. Step 5.
From heartlandcooking.com


SOUTHWEST PASTA BAKE RECIPE | SPARKRECIPES
In a non-stick skillet, cook beef & garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stire in the picante sauce, tomato sauce & paste, chili powder & cumin; bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for about 5 minutes. Drain pasta; stir into meat mixture. In a 13x9x2 baking dish coated with non-stick cooking spray, layer half ...
From recipes.sparkpeople.com


SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN-PASTA BAKE RECIPE | MYRECIPES
Cook, whisking, for 1 minute or until cheese melts. Step 4. Remove from heat. Stir in chicken and pasta. Scrape into baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake until bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes. (Preheat broiler to high and broil casserole for a minute to brown, if desired.) Let stand for 10 to 15 minutes.
From myrecipes.com


SOUTHWESTERN PASTA WITH GROUND BEEF AND CORN - TALKING MEALS
2021-09-22 Heat on high to bring to a boil for dropping the pasta after the meat sauce is ready. COOK BEEF. Preheat a dutch oven or large and deep pot/pan on high heat. Add the olive oil and the ground beef. Break the beef up with a spatula and then let it cook, stirring every few minutes to break it up and brown on all sides.
From talkingmeals.com


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