Cheesy Tex-Mex Pasta Skillet (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
1 lb ground chuck
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 bell peppers, diced
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8 oz pasta noodles
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10 oz can Rotel tomatoes
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8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
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1 cup shredded cheese
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4 oz Blanco Velveeta cheese, cubed
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
→ Seasonings
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1 tsp season salt
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1 tsp lemon pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tbsp taco seasoning
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1 tsp Slap Ya Mama seasoning
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1 tsp Accent
# Instructions:
01 -
Cook the pasta noodles according to package instructions until al dente, drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, cook the ground chuck over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
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Add the chopped onions and diced bell peppers to the skillet with the meat and sauté until the vegetables are soft.
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Stir in the Rotel tomatoes (with juice) and all the seasonings. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
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Lower the heat and add in the cubed Velveeta cheese and Blanco Velveeta cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
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Pour the heavy whipping cream into the skillet, mixing well with the cheese sauce.
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Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
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Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top and cover the skillet with a lid. Let sit on low heat until the cheese is melted. Serve hot and enjoy!
# Notes:
01 -
You can adjust the spiciness by using mild or hot Rotel tomatoes.
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If Slap Ya Mama seasoning is unavailable, substitute with cajun seasoning.
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Accent is a flavor enhancer (MSG) that can be omitted if desired.
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Any type of pasta works well - try penne, rotini, or even elbow macaroni.