A comforting dish combining ground beef, enchilada sauce, cheddar, and pasta for a satisfying dinner.
# Components:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb lean ground beef
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Pasta
04 - 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
→ Sauces & Dairy
05 - 1 cup enchilada sauce
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
→ Optional Garnishes
08 - Chopped cilantro
09 - Sliced green onions
# Method:
01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
02 - Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, roughly 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Pour in the enchilada sauce, stir well, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
04 - Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water following package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
05 - Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the beef sauce. Stir thoroughly to combine and allow to heat through for 1 to 2 minutes.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the skillet contents. Cover and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese has melted.
07 - Serve immediately topped with a dollop of sour cream and optional garnishes like chopped cilantro or sliced green onions.
