Name: Baked Enchilada Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American

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Baked Enchilada Pasta

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350℉.

Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain but do not rinse.

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Once the oil is hot, add the onion and cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Add the garlic and cook for one more minute.

Place the pasta in a 8” x 8” casserole dish.

Scoop the cooked onions and garlic into the casserole dish. Add the corn, black beans and tomatoes and stir to combine.

Stir the taco seasoning and cajun seasoning into the enchilada sauce, then pour into the casserole dish. Stir to coat the pasta completely.

Top with shredded cheese.

Bake for 10-15 minutes, until cheese is completely melted

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toast Your Spices First 🌶️
Bloom the Cajun and taco seasoning in olive oil with garlic and onion for 1-2 minutes before adding other ingredients to deepen and unlock their complex flavors.
Don't Overcook the Pasta 🍝
Cook your pasta 1-2 minutes under al dente since it will continue cooking in the oven; this prevents a mushy final texture.
Layer Your Cheese Strategically 🧀
Reserve half your cheese for the top layer and mix the other half into the sauce—this creates a creamy interior and a crispy, golden cheese crust on top.
Balance Your Sauce Consistency 🥣
Mix your enchilada sauce with a splash of pasta water before combining with the cooked pasta to achieve a silky coating that won't dry out during baking.
Tent and Uncover for Perfect Browning 🎯
Cover the dish with foil for the first 20 minutes to prevent drying, then uncover for the final 10-15 minutes to achieve that irresistible melted cheese top.

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