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Southwest Cowboy Casserole

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Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
20m
Total Time
35m
This casserole is guilt-free comfort food. It’s perfect for a weeknight meal with the family. Serve with popovers or cornbread if desired.
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@aannmiller
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Ingredients

Servings: 12
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Steps

1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a 3-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2
Prepare pasta according to package directions to 2 minutes from al dente. Drain and place in prepared dish.
3
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add beef and cook until crumbled. Season with taco seasoning and add water (as according to seasoning packet directions). Simmer until slightly thickened, then pour into dish.
4
Add tomatoes with juices, beans, mixed vegetables and 1/2 of the cheese to the dish. Toss until combined.
5
Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake 20-35 minutes, until hot and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories
    958kcal
    47%
  • Fat
    38g
    1%
  • Saturated Fat
    16g
    0%
  • Carbohydrates
    89g
    4%
  • Fiber
    17g
    0%
  • Sugar
    12g
    0%
  • Protein
    78g
    3%
  • Cholesterol
    125mg
    6%
  • Sodium
    1,150mg
    57%
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Notes

Replace whole wheat macaroni with whole wheat penne or whole wheat rotini.
Replace ground turkey with lean ground beef.
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