Mexican Special

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Mexican

A flavorful Mexican-inspired casserole combining pasta, seasoned beef, tomatoes, and peppers topped with melted, slightly browned cheddar cheese. Perfect for hearty family dinners or casual gatherings, this dish offers a satisfying mix of spicy, savory, and cheesy flavors in every bite.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. macaroni
  • 1 can tomatoes
  • 1 can herb tomato sauce
  • 1 lb. chuck
  • 1/8 cup minced onions
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/8 cup grated green peppers
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red peppers
  • Cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook and drain the macaroni.
  2. Add the cooked macaroni, canned tomatoes, herb tomato sauce, minced onions, minced garlic, grated green peppers, crushed red peppers, and cooked chuck beef into a casserole dish.
  3. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
  4. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of the mixture.
  5. Bake at 350°F until the cheese starts to slightly brown, about 20-30 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

319 kcal 16% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 16g 32% DV
Total Fat 16.2g 21% DV
Carbs 29.6g 11% DV
Fiber 2.7g 9% DV
Sugar 5.9g 12% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 706.3mg 31% DV
Potassium 503.5mg 11% DV
Cholesterol 44.3mg 15% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 278.8mcg 31% DV
Vitamin C 94.5mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 267.3mg 21% DV
Iron 2.4mg 14% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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