Main Dishes

Southwest Chili Con Queso Pasta

Danelle McCollum
April 09, 2013
184

An easy, cheesy one-pot pasta dish with a southwest flavor.

8
12 ounces penne pasta
1 pound lean ground beef
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons chili powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 medium onion, chopped
2-3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
2 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1/4 cup fresh cilantro , chopped
1 (14 oz.) can diced tomatoes
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook penne according to package directions until al dente; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. ...
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Nutritions

Calories
447

Sodium
401mg
16% DV

Fat
28g
43% DV

Protein
27g
55% DV

Carbs
15g
5% DV

Fiber
3g
13% DV
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Sodium
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159% DV

Fat
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Protein
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Carbs
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