funny how i keep thinking about mexican food…I have been meaning to make cheese enchiladas at home lately but have not been feeling at the top of my game…not even close! So, i decided to make an easier version with….what else? PASTA! Comfort food at it’s finest!
I must say this recipe formed in my mind as I have perused the food network over the past few days…I saw everything from peanuts to pasta on there but I got some great ideas! It didn’t come completely together until I began preparing it tonight for dinner. The most interesting thing about blogging…especially as a memory challenged person…is to REMEMBER to take pictures! But I did it!
Here’s what ya need (more details at bottom of page)
First, make 16 oz box of pasta (use what you want, I used mini penne) according to directions. While it is cooking, dice onions and peppers and saute in 2 T olive oil with 1 tsp minced garlic until it begins to be translucent.
veggies rule!
saute with minced garlic and of course a bit of salt and pepper!
Stir in one cup of griller morningstar crumbles (NOT THE SAUSAGE ONES), 1 package of taco seasoning, 1 can of Hunt’s petite diced tomatoes with green chilis. Use the tomato can and add half can water….or approximately 1 cup. Let simmer for a few minutes.
muhahaha it is coming together NICELY!
Stir in 8 oz of reduced fat cream cheese and 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar.
yes! very nicely!
Stir drained pasta into sauce and put in 13×9 pan. Sprinkle with another 1/2 cup of shredded cheese and crushed taco chips.
almost there!
Bake @ 350 for 20-25 minutes.
ohhhh its reallly good!
Cheesy Enchilada Pasta Casserole
1 red pepper diced
1/2 green pepper diced
1/2 large onion diced
1 tsp minced garlic
2 T olive oil
1 cup of morningstar griller crumbles(not the sausage)
1 package Ortega taco seasoning
1 can Hunt’s petite diced tomatoes with green chilies NOT DRAINED
1 cup or 1/2 can water
8 oz reduced fat cream cheese
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
hand full of taco chips
optional toppings…yummo…ranch dressing and taco sauce
optional stir ins…black beans…corn…oh the possibilities are limitless!
Husband and son give it 5 out of 5 stars! and they do not even realize it is vegetarian! Enjoy!
Kosher in the Kitchen 