Jalapeno Popper Fusillli

February 11, 2014

120

Creamy pasta in a cheese sauce with plenty of spicy jalapenos.

12 oz. fusilli pasta (or similar shape)
1/3 c. panko breadcrumbs
1 t. olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 t. salt
1 t. black pepper

For the sauce:
1 T. olive oil
1/2 c. onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
6 oz. reduced fat cream cheese
1 c. 2% milk
1 c. cheddar cheese, shredded
1 t. chili powder

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water, and set aside. 2. Heat the oil in a medium skillet. Add in the breadcrumbs and minced garlic. Stir...
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Nutritions

Calories
238

Sodium
861mg
35% DV

Fat
7g
11% DV

Protein
16g
33% DV

Carbs
28g
9% DV

Fiber
3g
15% DV