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A Deliciously Easy Recipe

A Deliciously Easy Recipe

4.8 from 12 reviews

Creamy Rotel Pasta is a delightful and simple dish that combines the spicy kick of diced tomatoes with green chilies with creamy cheddar cheese and savory sausage. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this dish is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta:

  • 8 ounces of rotini pasta

Sauce:

  • 1 can (10 ounces) of diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup of cooked and crumbled sausage (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon of chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté Sausage (if using): Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté sausage if using.
  3. Add Tomatoes: Pour in diced tomatoes with green chilies and simmer.
  4. Make the Sauce: Add heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder. Simmer until thickened.
  5. Incorporate Cheese: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
  6. Combine Pasta: Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss gently.
  7. Season: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with cilantro or parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • You can customize this dish by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
  • For a spicier kick, use hot sausage or add red pepper flakes.
  • This dish pairs well with a side of garlic bread or a fresh green salad.

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