**Mexicali Spaghetti Bake: A Culinary Journey to the Border**
Prepare to embark on a tastebud adventure with Mexicali Spaghetti Bake, a delectable fusion dish that harmoniously blends the vibrant flavors of Mexican and Italian cuisine. This hearty and comforting casserole combines the classic comfort of spaghetti with a zesty Mexican twist, featuring a melange of ground beef, tomatoes, corn, black beans, and gooey cheese. Embark on a culinary escapade as we delve into the depths of this flavorful dish, exploring variations like the Cheesy Taco Spaghetti Bake, One-Pot Mexicali Spaghetti, and the Vegetarian Mexicali Spaghetti Bake. Each recipe promises a unique twist on the classic, catering to diverse dietary preferences and culinary aspirations.
MEXICAN BAKED SPAGHETTI
This is a twist on an old classic. It's a very versatile recipe and easy to prepare.
Provided by The Southern Lady Cooks
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350. Cook pasta according to package directions. Brown ground beef over medium heat until cooked through. Drain. Add taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, green chilis, cream cheese and refried beans to the ground beef and cook over medium heat until cooked through and warm.
- Grease a 9X13 baking dish and place half the noodles on the bottom. Spread meat mixture over noodles. Cover with half of the shredded cheese. Repeat. Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Serve with salsa, sour cream, guacamole and tortilla chips.
MEXICAN PASTA BAKE
This casserole makes a delicious change of pace from ordinary pasta casseroles. The corkscrew noodles? They make it fun! -Joy Smith, Bigfork, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the taco seasoning, tomato sauce, green pepper and spices. Bring to a boil; remove from the heat. , Meanwhile, combine the pasta, 1/2 cup cheese and sour cream. Spoon into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with meat mixture and remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 1034mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
MEXICALI CHEESE PASTA
I found this recipe on the back of a box of Mueller's 'Ready-Cut' Macaroni; it turned out really delicious and smells wonderful while it's in the oven and when it comes out! It's also quick and easy to make. *I used the 'Ready-Cut' pasta, but elbow macaroni would probably work just as well.
Provided by Kimberly Kay
Categories Pasta
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375 F.
- 2. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain, cover and set aside.
- 3. In a large saucepan combine cheese sauce, salsa, and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; heat through, stirring until evenly mixed.
- 4. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese mixture and stir; place in a 9 X 13-inch casserole dish and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese.
- 5. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
MEXICALI CASSEROLE
I like this recipe because it is not only low-fat but tasty. It is excellent warmed over but can eaten cold-very versatile dish for people on the go.
Provided by cbrangel
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Start browning meat in a large skillet adding the chopped onion and green pepper-drain excess fat.
- After browning meat, stir in taco seasoning mix, corn (non-drained), and entire jar of picante sauce.
- Simmer mixture on med heat approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- While meat is simmering, preheat oven to 375°F.
- Mix Mexican cornbread mix and your 2/3 cup milk in a medium mixing bowl; set aside. Pour about 1/2 of mixture into 9-inch casserole dish then cover with 1/2 bag of shredded cheese. Repeat-layering the two cover top with cornbread mixture-spreading over entire casserole.
- Bake in oven for approximately 25 minutes or until brown.
- Cool for 5 minutes then serve.
- Add sour cream to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.4, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 89.3, Sodium 1932.3, Carbohydrate 56.4, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 17.9, Protein 34.5
MEXICALI CASSEROLE
If you like Mexican food but are watching your diet, try this tasty bake. It takes advantage of ground turkey and reduced-fat cheese without sacrificing flavor. -Gertrudis C. Miller, Evansville, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook turkey, onions and pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up turkey into crumbles, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in beans, tomatoes, water, rice, olives, chili powder and salt., Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, covered, until rice is tender, 50-55 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 604mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MEXICALI PASTA
Make and share this Mexicali Pasta recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Audrey M
Categories Chicken
Time 26m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add oil and heat until hot.
- Sauté chicken until golden brown, about 6 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes and corn and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss with hot pasta and garnish with Monterey Jack cheese.
- Serve immediately.
ITALIAN SPAGHETTI BAKE
This hearty casserole recipe makes two large baking dishes. The tasty layers of meat sauce, spaghetti and gooey cheese are sure to appeal to pizza-loving kids...and adults. You'll bring home empty pans when you take this to a potluck. -Janice Fredrickson, Elgin, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 2 casseroles (8 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook the beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, pepperoni, mushrooms, olives and seasonings. Drain spaghetti., Spoon 1 cup meat mixture into each of two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Layer with spaghetti and remaining meat mixture. Sprinkle with cheeses., Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months. Bake the remaining casserole, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through., To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 841mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
SOUTHWESTERN SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE
A close friend made this Mexican-Italian bake for me almost 20 years ago, and I've prepared it regularly ever since. It comes together in a snap because it relies largely on convenient ingredients I keep on hand. We like it with a loaf of crusty bread. -Rose Turner Minnick, Christiansburg, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. , Stir in the taco seasoning, spaghetti sauce, mushrooms and olives. Drain spaghetti; stir into the beef mixture., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. or 3-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until heated through, 25-30 minutes. Serve with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, salsa and picante sauce. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°. Serve with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, salsa and picante sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 591 calories, Fat 27g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 1130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.
MEXICAN SPAGHETTI
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, tomato sauce and taco seasoning; bring to a boil. , Break spaghetti into thirds; stir into sauce. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until spaghetti is tender and sauce is desired consistency Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use a large skillet: This will give you plenty of room to cook the ground beef and vegetables without overcrowding the pan.
- Brown the ground beef well: This will help to develop its flavor and make it more crispy.
- Don't be afraid to add some spice: The chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper in this recipe give it a nice kick, but you can adjust the amount to your taste.
- Use a good quality cheese: The cheese is one of the main ingredients in this dish, so it's important to use a cheese that you enjoy. A sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese would be a good choice.
- Serve immediately: This dish is best served hot out of the oven, so make sure to have everything ready before you start cooking.
Conclusion:
Mexicali Spaghetti Bake is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it's sure to please the whole family. So next time you're looking for a new dinner idea, give this recipe a try.
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