El Paso Pasta Bake Recipe

Spice up your life with this irresistible El Paso Pasta Bake! A crowd-pleasing casserole perfect for potlucks, weeknight dinners, or any occasion. Customize the heat with mild Italian sausage or chorizo. This cheesy, Southwestern-inspired bake is so delicious, it's guaranteed to disappear fast – you'll never have leftovers! Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 674.6 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for El Paso Pasta Bake

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How to Make El Paso Pasta Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Crumble 1 pound of Italian sausage or chorizo into a large skillet.
  3. Brown over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off excess grease.
  4. Cook 1 pound pasta according to package directions. Drain well.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, browned sausage, 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack and Colby cheese blend, 1 cup sour cream, 4 ounces diced green chiles (from a can, drained), and 2 tablespoons chopped pimentos.
  6. Pour the mixture into a shallow 2 1/2-quart casserole dish.
  7. Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 teaspoon paprika evenly over the top.
  9. Bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
  10. Enjoy your delicious El Paso Pasta Bake!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

114g

Carbs

11g

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