Southwest Pasta

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

A hearty and flavorful pasta dish featuring chili, cheese, and vegetables, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting family meal with bold southwestern flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. uncooked macaroni
  • 1 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 tsp. seasoned salt
  • 1 small green pepper, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 (15 oz.) cans chili with beans
  • 1 (12 oz.) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1/8 tsp. pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare macaroni according to the package directions and drain.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  3. Add chopped green pepper and onion; cook until tender but not browned.
  4. Add chili with beans, drained corn, seasoned salt, and pepper to the skillet.
  5. Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in the cooked macaroni.
  7. Top with shredded Cheddar cheese.
  8. Cover and heat on low for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

489 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.1g 22% DV
Total Fat 39.4g 50% DV
Carbs 24.7g 9% DV
Fiber 3.4g 12% DV
Sugar 3.3g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10223.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 311.8mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 106mg 35% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 102.8mcg 11% DV
Vitamin C 43mg 48% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 231.3mg 18% DV
Iron 1.9mg 10% DV
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

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

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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