Southwestern Cavatappi

prep time:
10 min
total time:
30 min
Makes 6 servings
AnnAnn

ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 jar(16 ounces) salsa
  • 1 medium zucchini, chopped
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 3 cups cavatappi pasta
  • 1 can(11 ounces) no-salt-added whole corn, drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup cilantro or fresh parsley

directions

  • 1

    1. Brown meat in large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat, stirring frequently; drain. Add salsa, zucchini and chili powder; mix well. Reduce heat to low; simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package.

  • 2

    2. Add corn and 1/2 cup of the cheese to the meat mixture; cook 3 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring frequently.

  • 3

    3. Drain pasta; place in large bowl. Add meat mixture, lime juice and cilantro; mix lightly. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Serve with lime wedges, if desired.

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