Ingredients for Santa Fe Penne Primavera W Cumin Ancho Chile Cream Sauce
- 1 pound penne pasta
- Olive Oil
- Ground Chicken
- Fresh Garlic
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- Red Bell Pepper
- Frozen Corn
- Red Onion
- Seasoning Salt
- Fresh Ground Black Pepper
- Ground Cumin
- Cajun Seasoning
- Dried Ancho Chile Powder
- hot sauce to taste (optional)
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Cheddar Cheese
- Fresh Cilantro Leaves
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How to Make Santa Fe Penne Primavera W Cumin Ancho Chile Cream Sauce
- **Prep Ingredients:** Chop 1 medium red onion, 1 green bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 cup zucchini (diced), and 1 cup corn kernels. Mince 3 cloves of garlic. Set aside 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish.
- **Brown the Meat:** Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef (or turkey) and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Remove the meat with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- **Sauté Vegetables:** Add 1 teaspoon olive oil to the skillet. Add 1 teaspoon minced garlic and the chopped red onion. Sauté for 2 minutes until softened. Add bell peppers, zucchini, and corn. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly tender-crisp.
- **Spice it Up:** Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ancho chile powder, 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt, and 8 grinds of black pepper. Return the cooked ground meat to the skillet.
- **Creamy Sauce:** Reduce heat to medium. Slowly pour in 1/2 cup evaporated milk, stirring constantly. Add 1/2 cup sour cream and 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or your favorite Mexican blend). Stir until melted and smooth.
- **Simmer and Season:** Increase heat to medium-high and simmer for 5 minutes, or until sauce slightly thickens. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, hot sauce, or more cumin as needed.
- **Cook Pasta:** While sauce simmers, cook 1 pound penne pasta according to package directions. Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil to prevent sticking.
- **Assemble and Serve:** Divide pasta among four plates. Top with the sauce, a dollop of sour cream, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
14g
Fat
39g
Carbs
22g
