Mexican Pasta

Mexican pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It is made with a variety of Mexican ingredients, including corn, black beans, tomatoes, and spices. The pasta is cooked in a flavorful sauce and then topped with cheese and sour cream.

This dish is sure to please everyone at the table. It is flavorful, hearty, and filling. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound pasta

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 onion, chopped

• 1 green bell pepper, chopped

• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained

• 1/2 cup corn kernels

• 1/4 cup salsa

• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.

2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

3. Stir in the black beans, tomatoes, corn, salsa, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

4. Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the sauce. Stir to combine.

5. Top with cheese and sour cream and serve immediately.

Tips:

• For a spicier dish, add more taco seasoning.

• For a creamier dish, add more sour cream.

• For a healthier dish, use whole-wheat pasta and low-fat cheese.

Variations:

• Add cooked chicken or ground beef to the dish.

• Use different types of beans, such as kidney beans or pinto beans.

• Use different types of vegetables, such as zucchini, squash, or carrots.

• Add different types of cheese, such as Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese.

Enjoy!