Southwestern Pasta Gratin
- Ready In:
- 55mins
- Ingredients:
- 12
- Serves:
-
4
ingredients
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
- 1 1⁄2 cups cooked pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon chili powder (to taste)
- 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 1⁄2 cups bottled picante sauce
- 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- salt
- fresh ground black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup soy cheddar cheese
directions
- Cook macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water, stirring occasionally, until it is al dente, about 8 minutes.
- When pasta is cooked, drain and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350°; lightly oil a 2 1/2-quart baking dish.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over med-low heat, add in the garlic and jalapeno; cook until softened, about 1 minute.
- Add in the beans, chili powder, and oregano.
- Stir in the picante sauce and tomatoes; mix well.
- Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a big bowl, combine the macaroni with the bean-tomato mixture and transfer to the prepared dish.
- Top with the cheese.
- Cover and bake for 25 minutes.
- Uncover and continue baking 5-10 minutes longer or until the top is lightly browned.
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