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Texas Chili Pasta Bake
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Prep Time:
40 minutes
Total Time:
1 hour 15 minutes
Gather your friends for a delicious and satisfying casserole. Customize it to your liking with the variation provided.
Ingredients:
  • 3 cups uncooked cavatappi or other spiral pasta (8 oz)
  • 1 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
  • 1 packet (1 oz) Old El Paso™ Chili Seasoning Mix
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ Mild Red Enchilada Sauce
  • 1 can (16 oz) chili beans with sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 can (2.8 oz) French-fried onions
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
  • 6 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
Instructions:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F and generously spray a 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Follow package instructions to cook pasta for the minimum suggested time, then drain.
  • In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, sauté the beef and bell pepper over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fully cooked and the bell pepper is tender-crisp. Remove any excess fat.
  • Mix in chili seasoning, tomatoes, enchilada sauce, beans, and water. Simmer uncovered on medium heat for 10 minutes. Stir in pasta, the majority of French-fried onions, and 1 cup of cheese. Carefully transfer mixture to a baking dish.
  • Prepare and line a baking dish with a sheet of foil sprayed with cooking spray. Bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil, then top with remaining French-fried onions, bacon, and cheese. Continue baking for an additional 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is melted. If desired, garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

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