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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This is a quick and simple recipe loaded with flavor. Make it hot and spicy, meidum, or mild to suit your tastes. For a special twist try substituting chicken for the ground beef and peach or pineapple salsa for the picante. Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef, browned and drained |
16 ounces chunky picante sauce (mild, medium, or hot) |
2 cups water |
2 cups uncooked macaroni or 2 cups rotini noodles |
1/2 cup sour cream |
shredded cheese |
Directions:
1. Combine Picante Sauce and water in a 10 or 12 inch skillet.
2. Stir in pasta and ground beef. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Remove from heat, uncover, stir gently and let stand for five minutes.
4. Stir in sour cream. Serve immediately and top with cheese.
5. For a sweeter version: Substitute 1lb. cooked, cubed chicken for the ground beef, and peach or pineapple salsa for the chunky picante sauce.
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