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Mexican Pasta And Black Beans Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded & sliced (or use green bell pepper) .
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded & finely sliced (optional) .
  • 3/4 c canned corn niblets .
  • 3 tbsps oil .
  • 1/2 lb small shell pasta .
  • salt & black pepper (to taste) .
  • 1/4 c softened cream cheese (can use more to taste) .
  • 3/4 c salsa (mild or medium) .
  • 2 tbsps taco seasoning mix (can use more) .
  • 1/2 c black olives, sliced .
  • 2 medium onions, sliced .
  • 1-2 tbsp fresh minced garlic (or to taste) .
  • 1 (14 oz) can sliced tomatoes .
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans .
  • 1 1/2 c grated cheddar cheese (optional)

Directions
  • Step #1 Cook the pasta In a large-ish pot of boiling salted water until al dente; drain & set aside.
  • Step #2 In a large skillet heat oil over med-heat/flame; add in onions, red or green bell pepper & jalapeno pepper; saute for about 3-4 mins.
  • Step #3 Add in garlic & saute for 2 mins.
  • Step #4 Add in corn, sliced tomatoes (with juice) salsa, olives & taco seasoning; simmer uncovered for about 30-35 mins (you can simmer longer if desired) stirring every once in awhile.
  • Step #5 Add in cream cheese, stir until heat through & mixd.
  • Step #6 Add in black beans & cooked pasta, stir until mixd & heated through.
  • Step #7 Spice up with salt & black pepper to taste.
  • Step #8 Top with grated cheddar cheese if desired.
  • Enjoy the Mexican Pasta & Black Beans recipe

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