Recipe for cooking chili pasta

Quick Meals- Salads and Pasta :: Pasta Recipes

Chili Pasta

18 oz. med. shells, elbow macaroni
    or other med. pasta shape, uncooked
1 sm. onion, peeled and finely diced
1 (12 oz.) can corn, drained
1 jalapeo pepper, cored and thinly sliced
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. ground cumin
2 cloves garlic, chopped finely
1 (16 oz.) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (12 oz.) jar salsa
1/2 C. shredded low-sodium Cheddar cheese

Prepare pasta according to pkg. directions.

While pasta is cooking, Mix together remaining ingredients in lrg. pot and heat until onion is cooked. When pasta is done, drain well. Transfer to a servings bowl. Add contents of pot and toss gently until well Mix togetherd. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top and serve immediately.

Makes approximately 4 to 6 servings.

Per Servings: 305 Cal.; 5g Fat; 13g Protein; 55g Carbohydrate; 6g Dietary Fiber; 9mg Cholesterol; 648mg Sodium