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Creamy Rotel Pasta: Discover a Delicious Recipe Now!

A creamy and flavorful pasta dish made with Rotel tomatoes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies, heavy cream, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cooked pasta, mixing well to coat.
  6. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
  7. Remove from heat and let it sit for a couple of minutes to thicken slightly.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
  • Substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, or use a dairy-free cream for a vegan option.

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