Tex Mex Fusilli

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb fusilli
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups old cheddar cheese, grated
  • 2 cups diced cooked chicken or 2 cups ham
  • 3/4 cup frozen corn
  • 1/3 cup green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup salsa

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, in a medium sauce pan, melt butter over medium heat.
  3. Stir in flour until blended.
  4. Gradually whisk in Milk and salt, making sure there are no lumps.
  5. Stir and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 1 minute.
  7. Reduce heat to low, add cheese a handful at a time, stirring until melted.
  8. Stir in chicken or ham, corn, green onions and salsa; heat through.
  9. To serve, drain pasta; turn into a large bowl.
  10. Toss sauce with pasta and sprinkle with additional grated Cheddar cheese, if desired.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

610 kcal 30% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 16.3g 33% DV
Total Fat 39.6g 51% DV
Carbs 48g 17% DV
Fiber 2.1g 8% DV
Sugar 14.5g 29% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10397.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 364mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 116.3mg 39% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 154.8mcg 17% DV
Vitamin C 10.4mg 12% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 335.5mg 26% DV
Iron 3.4mg 19% DV

* % 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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