Lived in Aviano Italy for 6 years in the USAF ...... fluent in the food and the language . Great place to explore and enjoy . I’m a foodie that loves simple Italian, German and Texan recipes .
This Texas style Pasta Sralad looks good.
For spur-of-the-moment potluck fare, you can’t miss with this colorful, satisfying, southwest-inspired dish. You’ll be out the door in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1
package (16 oz) penne pasta
1
can (4 oz) Old El Paso™ whole green chiles, drained, chopped
1
medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
8
oz Cheddar cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (1 3/4 cups)
3
medium green onions, chopped (3 tablespoons)
1/2
cup chopped fresh cilantro
1
bottle (9 oz) Old El Paso™ Medium Taco Sauce
1/4
cup vegetable oil
2
tablespoons lime juice
1/2
to 1 teaspoon ground cumin
1
cup nacho-flavored tortilla chips, coarsely crushed
Steps
Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain. In large bowl, mix pasta, chiles, bell pepper, cheese, onions and cilantro. In small bowl, mix taco sauce, oil, lime juice and cumin. Pour over pasta mixture and toss gently to combine. Top with crushed tortilla chips. Serve immediately.