A Deliciously Easy Recipe
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.
- Author: nova
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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)
- Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Sausage (if using): Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté sausage if using.
- Add Tomatoes: Pour in diced tomatoes with green chilies and simmer.
- Make the Sauce: Add heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder. Simmer until thickened.
- Incorporate Cheese: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine Pasta: Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss gently.
- Season: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- 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.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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