One-Pan Mexican Pasta Recipe

Name: One-Pan Mexican Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1 pound Lean Ground Beef; 1 whole Small Onion, Diced; 1 cup Green Bell Peppers, Diced; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 cup Black Beans; 1 cup Frozen Corn, Thawed; 1 jar (14 Oz. Size) Ragu Pasta Sauce, Original; 1 cup Medium Taco Sauce; 1 cup Salsa (I Used Medium); 2 cups Elbow Macaroni, Uncooked; 1 cup Water; Avocado, Cilantro. And Fresh Tomatoes, For Topping

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided
1 pound Lean Ground Beef
1 whole Small Onion, Diced
1 cup Green Bell Peppers, Diced
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 cup Black Beans
1 cup Frozen Corn, Thawed
1 jar (14 Oz. Size) Ragu Pasta Sauce, Original
1 cup Medium Taco Sauce
1 cup Salsa (I Used Medium)
2 cups Elbow Macaroni, Uncooked
1 cup Water
Avocado, Cilantro. And Fresh Tomatoes, For Topping

1
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven.
2
Add ground beef and onion.
3
Cook until beef is not longer pink and is browned.
4
Drain excess fat and set aside.
5
Add remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same pan.
6
Toss in green pepper and garlic and saute for 34 minutes, or until tender.
7
Add beef back to the pan and stir in black beans, corn, pasta sauce, taco sauce, salsa, pasta and water.
8
Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer until pasta is cooked through, about 1015 minutes.
9
Serve immediately with avocado, cilantro and tomato on top.

586

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided, 1 pound Lean Ground Beef, 1 whole Small Onion, Diced, 1 cup Green Bell Peppers, Diced, and more.

Yes, One-Pan Mexican Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

One-Pan Mexican Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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