SOUTHWEST SKILLET DINNER

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A spicy macaroni skillet dinner that I found on Muellers. Although the recipe doesn't call for it, you could probably add ground beef (I just followed the original recipe).

Provided by Kimberly Kay

Categories     Pasta

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz elbow macaroni
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
2 Tbsp chili powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt (optional)
2 14 oz. can(s) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 15 oz. can(s) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 11 oz. can(s) corn, drained
1/2 c shredded pepper jack cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cook and drain pasta according to package directions.
  • 2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add onion, green pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin and salt; cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
  • 3. Add tomatoes, kidney beans and corn; bring to a boil.
  • 4. Reduce heat; simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.
  • 5. Toss with hot macaroni; sprinkle with cheese.

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