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black bean pasta with ground beef in white bowl with fork
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Southwest Pasta with Black Beans

This black bean pasta recipe with ground beef is a hearty southwestern pasta made in one pot!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: black bean pasta, ground beef pasta, pasta, southwest pasta
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 package of penne pasta 16 oz
  • 1.25 pounds ground beef browned
  • 5 cups water
  • 2-3 tbsp butter
  • 1 can of black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Rotel with green chiles and lime juice undrained
  • 1/4 cup chili powder
  • 2 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped red bell peppers
  • 1 jar Tostitos brand queso con salsa 16 oz
  • 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese for garnish, optional
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley or Cilantro for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • In a large pot, add all ingredients except for the queso con salsa.
  • Bring pot to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and continue to cook for 20 minutes or so, until most of the water has cooked out and noodles seem cooked through.
  • Stir in the queso con salsa and allow the mixture to simmer just a few minutes longer.
  • Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro or parsley, and serve.