Savory blend of beef, enchilada sauce, and cheddar with pasta, perfect for quick satisfying meals.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Pasta
04 - 8 ounces 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
# Directions:
01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat as needed.
02 - Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Pour enchilada sauce into the skillet, stir well, and simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
04 - Prepare pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
05 - Add cooked pasta to the beef and sauce mixture in the skillet. Stir thoroughly and heat through for 1 to 2 minutes.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the pasta mixture. Cover the skillet and allow the cheese to melt for 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream and optional garnishes such as chopped cilantro and sliced green onions.
