Southwestern Pasta Gratin Recipe

Name: Southwestern Pasta Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces elbow macaroni; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced; 1 ½ cups cooked pinto beans, drained and rinsed; 1 tablespoon chili powder (to taste); ½ teaspoon dried oregano; 1 ½ cups bottled picante sauce; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup soy cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

8 ounces elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 ½ cups cooked pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon chili powder (to taste)
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 ½ cups bottled picante sauce
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup soy cheddar cheese

1
Cook macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water, stirring occasionally, until it is al dente, about 8 minutes.
2
When pasta is cooked, drain and set aside.
3
Preheat oven to 350; lightly oil a 2 1/2-quart baking dish.
4
Heat the oil in a large skillet over med-low heat, add in the garlic and jalapeno; cook until softened, about 1 minute.
5
Add in the beans, chili powder, and oregano.
6
Stir in the picante sauce and tomatoes; mix well.
7
Simmer for 5 minutes.
8
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
In a big bowl, combine the macaroni with the bean-tomato mixture and transfer to the prepared dish.
10
Top with the cheese.
11
Cover and bake for 25 minutes.
12
Uncover and continue baking 5-10 minutes longer or until the top is lightly browned.

349

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces elbow macaroni, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Pasta Gratin 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.

Southwestern Pasta Gratin

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