Description
Creamy Rotel Pasta Fiesta combines ground beef and beef chorizo with bright red and yellow bell peppers, tangy Rotel tomatoes, and penne tossed in a rich, cheesy sauce. This one‑pot, family‑friendly recipe delivers bold, smoky flavor and comforting creaminess in under 45 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Serve hot, garnish with fresh herbs, and enjoy a hearty, satisfying meal that pleases both kids and adults alike. Pair it with a green salad and grape juice for a balanced dinner.!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb beef chorizo
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 red bell pepper
- diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- diced
- 1 yellow onion
- diced
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter or oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Step 1: Brown the meat
Heat a large pot over medium heat, add butter or oil, then brown ground beef and beef chorizo. Drain excess fat.
Step 2: Sauté vegetables
Add diced red and yellow bell peppers and onion. Cook until softened.
Step 3: Add seasonings and Rotel
Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and Rotel tomatoes. Simmer.
Step 4: Cook penne
Boil penne according to package, drain.
Step 5: Combine and melt cheese
Mix pasta into meat mixture, add cheese, cover for a few minutes.
Step 6: Serve
Garnish with herbs, serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add extra chopped jalapeños or use a hot Rotel variety. Leftovers reheat well with a splash of milk or broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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