Easy Beef Enchilada Pasta (Printable Version)

Lean beef, zesty enchilada sauce, and cheddar meld with pasta for a tasty one-pot dinner.

# What You Need:

→ Protein & Dairy

01 - 1 lb lean ground beef
02 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - ½ cup sour cream

→ Pasta

04 - 8 oz penne or rotini pasta

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 medium onion, diced
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce

07 - 1 cup enchilada sauce

# How To Make:

01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
02 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion turns translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Stir in the enchilada sauce and simmer for 5 minutes to develop the flavors.
04 - Meanwhile, boil pasta in a large pot of salted water following package instructions until al dente, then drain thoroughly.
05 - Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the beef and sauce, stirring to combine and heat through evenly.
06 - Plate the pasta and top with shredded cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream while hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Combines classic enchilada flavors with pasta for a unique, comforting fusion dish.
  • Quick and easy one-pot recipe ideal for busy weeknights.
  • Uses lean ground beef and simple ingredients you likely have on hand.
  • Satisfying, cheesy, and packed with flavor.
02 -
  • Use a large skillet to give the beef plenty of room to brown evenly for better flavor.
  • Be sure to drain the fat from the cooked beef to keep the dish from being greasy.
  • Simmering the enchilada sauce with the beef helps meld the flavors for a richer taste.
  • Cook the pasta just until al dente to avoid mushy texture when combined.
  • Top immediately after combining the pasta to allow the cheese to melt nicely.
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