SOUTHWEST PASTA BAKE
Fat-free cream cheese and reduced-fat cheddar make this creamy casserole lower in fat and calories. It's a good way to get our kids to eat spinach in "disguise". -Carol Lepak of Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in milk. Stir in spinach and oregano; set aside. , In a nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the picante sauce, tomato sauce, tomato paste, chili powder and cumin; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Drain pasta; stir into meat mixture., In a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray, layer half of the meat mixture and all of the spinach mixture. Top with remaining meat mixture. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with olives and onions. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 870mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Daniel P
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Ayesha Tufail
[email protected]I made this dish for my boyfriend and he loved it! He said it was the best pasta bake he had ever had.
Sophie Anne
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the pasta and the colorful vegetables.
Noor Ul Emaan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of black beans, but I loved them in this dish. The flavors were perfect together.
B-rad
[email protected]This pasta bake is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the creamy sauce and the flavorful chicken.
Exotic Sweets
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a big hit. I will definitely be making it again.
MoB Mukka
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add a can of black beans for extra protein.
Crack Ninja
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.
Zeeshan Haidar
[email protected]This pasta bake is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
ReshiKesh Rajbhar
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Rao Shakeel
[email protected]This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. I love the combination of the black beans, corn, and tomatoes. It's also really easy to make.
Nutty Reaggen
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables.
Ramona Clinch
[email protected]This pasta bake was a hit with my family! The flavors were bold and delicious, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.