Mexican Style Bow Ties
This Mexican Style Bow Tie pasta recipe is a low-calorie dish that makes a great well-rounded meal.
Mexican Style Bow Ties
Prep Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 425 kcal
Ingredients
- 8 oz. Bow Ties Elbow Macaroni (or your favorite pasta shape), uncooked*
- 8 oz. lean ground beef
- 1 16 oz. can kidney beans or pinto beans, drained
- 1/8 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 2 medium tomatoes seeded and chopped
- 2 8 oz. cans whole kernel, no-salt-added corn, drained
- 1 small green bell pepper chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup medium salsa
Instructions
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In a medium skillet, brown ground beef and drain any excess fat. Add beans, cumin and chili powder; heat through. Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
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In large bowl, combine pasta, meat mixture, tomatoes, corn, green pepper, cheese and onions.
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In small bowl, combine yogurt and salsa. Add to pasta mixture and toss well. Serve warm or cold. Garnish with additional salsa, if desired.
Recipe Notes
*Whole-grain, multi-grain or whole-wheat pasta varieties may be substituted
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