Hearty blend of lean beef, enchilada sauce, pasta, and cheddar cheese for a tasty family dish.
# Components:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb lean ground beef
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Pasta
04 - 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
→ Sauces & Dairy
05 - 1 cup enchilada sauce
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
→ Optional Garnishes
08 - Chopped cilantro
09 - Sliced green onions
# Method:
01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
02 - Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Stir in the enchilada sauce, then allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes to develop flavors.
04 - Prepare the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water following package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
05 - Add the drained pasta into the skillet with the beef mixture, stirring thoroughly and heating for 1 to 2 minutes.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the mixture, cover the skillet, and let it sit for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese has melted.
07 - Plate immediately, garnishing with a dollop of sour cream and optional chopped cilantro or sliced green onions.
