Beefy and bubbly, this Southwestern pasta bake heats up the dinner hour with a peppery bite. -Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 casseroles (4 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions to al dente. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook the beef, onions, green peppers and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Drain., Stir in the tomatoes, soup, milk, chipotle pepper and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes., Drain pasta; stir into meat mixture. Divide between 2 greased 8-in. square baking dishes; sprinkle with cheese., Cover and bake casseroles at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly and cheese is melted, 8-10 minutes longer. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro., Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casseroles for up to 3 months. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 60 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly and cheese is melted, 8-10 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 calories, Fat 25g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 913mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 38g protein.
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Noor Mubashir
n91@hotmail.co.ukThis was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less chipotle powder next time.
Georg Alfried
a.georg61@hotmail.comThis was a great recipe! I'm definitely going to make it again.
Alvo Kizangilah
a-kizangilah@hotmail.frI thought this was a really fun and creative recipe. I've never had chipotle mac and cheese before.
Tony Pendergrapht
pendergrapht-tony3@hotmail.frThis is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also really affordable.
Abiodun Olatunji
o.abiodun@hotmail.comThis was a bit too bland for me. I would recommend adding more chipotle powder.
Hridoy Ahmd
ahmd@yahoo.comI'm not a fan of mac and cheese, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The chipotle flavor was really delicious.
Ashok Kumar Ashok
ashok@yahoo.comThis was easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.
Farid Shikder
s99@yahoo.comI thought this was a really unique and delicious take on mac and cheese. The chipotle flavor was really interesting.
Md habib Rohman
md@aol.comThis was a bit too cheesy for me, but my husband loved it.
Mohammad Abdhollah
a-m38@yahoo.comI made this for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best mac and cheese they've ever had.
Dennis Misango
d.m@hotmail.frThis was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit.
Rana Ramzan
ramzanrana6@hotmail.comI'm not a big fan of chipotle, but I really enjoyed this mac and cheese. The chipotle flavor was not overpowering at all.
Gupta Panther
panther.gupta24@gmail.comThis is the best mac and cheese recipe I've ever tried. The chipotle gives it a really unique and delicious flavor.
itx Nawab
i-n@gmail.comI thought this was just okay. The chipotle flavor was a bit too subtle for me.
Sbonile Cindi
sc24@hotmail.comThis was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. I would recommend using less chipotle powder if you don't like spicy food.
Nomazizi Gampu
gampu_nomazizi83@yahoo.comI made this last night and it was a hit with my family. They loved the smoky flavor of the chipotle.
MD.Minhaj
md.minhaj53@aol.comThis was a great recipe! The mac and cheese was delicious and the chipotle gave it a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.
mr reee reee
r.mr@gmail.comThis chipotle mac and cheese is everything I've ever wanted in a mac and cheese. It's creamy, cheesy, and has the perfect amount of spice. I love that I can adjust the heat level by adding more or less chipotle powder.