Southwest Baked Pasta Recipe

Name: Southwest Baked Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Ground Turkey; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 package (1 Oz. Packet) Taco Seasoning; 1 package (10 Oz. Package) Frozen Spinach, Thawed; 28 ounces, weight Can Crushed Tomatoes; 1 cup Salsa (or More, If Desired); 12 ounces, weight Whole Wheat Pasta, I Used Medium Shells, Cooked; 1 can (15 Oz. Can) Black Beans, Rinsed And Drained OR 2 Cups Cooked; 2 cups Frozen Corn, Thawed; Shredded Cheese (Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Etc.), For Topping

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3
Add meat and brown.
4
Add taco seasoning and mix to coat meat.
5
Add spinach, tomatoes and salsa.
6
Heat to boiling then reduce the heat and simmer.
7
Cook pasta according to package directions, reducing cooking time by 4 minutes.
8
Drain and add pasta, corn and beans to the meat mixture, stir to combine.
9
Pour into a 9x13 inch pan.
10
Top with as much cheese as desired.
11
Bake for 20 minutes or until browned and bubbly.
12
Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
13
Note: you could certainly add more cheese to the filling mixture but since I have to limit my dairy intake, I only use it on the top.

824

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

My Personal Notes

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Ground Turkey, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 package (1 Oz. Packet) Taco Seasoning, 1 package (10 Oz. Package) Frozen Spinach, Thawed, and more.

Yes, Southwest Baked 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!

Southwest Baked Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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