Main DishesJune 04, 2014
Calories
588
Sodium
460mg
19% DV
Fat
39g
60% DV
Protein
31g
62% DV
Carbs
24g
8% DV
Fiber
6g
24% DV
Mexi Mac Skillet
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A mexican inspired healthy, quick and easy mac and cheese.
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16 oz. 100% whole grain or gluten-free rotini pasta
1 large, sweet onion, chopped
3-4 fresh garlic cloves, pressed or minced
1 lb. 93% lean ground beef or 100% ground turkey breast
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced, fire roasted tomatoes or about 5-6 whole fresh tomatoes, diced
12 oz. fresh or frozen corn
1 tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. chipotle chili powder (more if you like it spicy, like I do)
1 tbsp. fresh spicy oregano, chopped
1 tbsp. cumin
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat pepper jack or cheddar cheese
sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
1 large, sweet onion, chopped
3-4 fresh garlic cloves, pressed or minced
1 lb. 93% lean ground beef or 100% ground turkey breast
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced, fire roasted tomatoes or about 5-6 whole fresh tomatoes, diced
12 oz. fresh or frozen corn
1 tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. chipotle chili powder (more if you like it spicy, like I do)
1 tbsp. fresh spicy oregano, chopped
1 tbsp. cumin
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat pepper jack or cheddar cheese
sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Prepare pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup starchy pasta water. Drain and set aside, keeping warm.
In a large nonstick skillet, over medium-high heat, brown onion, garlic...
See the full directions on my site
See the full directions on my site
Nutritions
Calories
588
Sodium
460mg
19% DV
Fat
39g
60% DV
Protein
31g
62% DV
Carbs
24g
8% DV
Fiber
6g
24% DV
PER SERVING *
% DAILY VALUE*
Fat
Saturated Fat22g111%
Polysaturated Fat4g28%
Monosaturated Fat12g79%
Cholesterol186mg62%
Sodium460mg19%
Potassium689mg19%
Protein31g62%
% DAILY VALUE*
Total Carbohydrate
Fiber6g24%
Sugar1g2%
Vitamin A1685IU33%
Vitamin B60.7200000000000001mg36%
Vitamin C5mg8%
Calcium333mg33%
Iron2mg13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.