MEXICAN NOODLE BAKE (MEATLESS)

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I got this recipe from a cooking group on freezer meals. It comes from the book Frozen Assets Lite & Easy by Deborah Taylor Hough. My family loves this, and bonus, if you make it ahead and freeze it, it is a very fast meal on a night you don't feel like cooking! This recipe makes a lot, so I usually freeze half and bake half when I make it. We had this again last night for dinner and I wanted to post it so everyone else could enjoy it too! This is good served with sour cream and salad.

Provided by Quiltingqueen

Categories     Beans

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons oil
1 cup onion, chopped
1 cup green pepper, chopped
1 cup celery, sliced
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained & rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, undrained
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups elbow macaroni, dry
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions, drain and rinse in cold water, set aside.
  • In a large skillet, saute onion, pepper and celery in oil until softened.
  • Stir in taco seasoning, beans, tomatoes and tomato sauce.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in cooked noodles.
  • Spread mixture in a 9 x 13 pan. (or, put in gallon ziploc bag and freeze--write baking instructions on the bag, then when you are ready to eat it, thaw in warm water for about 10 minutes, put in pan and bake).
  • Bake, uncovered at 375 for 45 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cheese on top and bake five more minutes or until cheese is melted.

Abjatoi Abjatoi
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This recipe was a disappointment. The flavors were bland and the noodles were overcooked. I would not recommend this recipe.


Carolina Zampar
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Love this recipe!


Ivy Lourens
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. My kids love it and it's always a hit with guests.


Salman Rhaman
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Bilal Raza
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Meh.


Rose Mahnke
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This recipe was just okay. The flavors were not as bold as I expected and the noodles were a bit mushy. I would not make this again.


Brandon Smith
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I made this recipe last night and it was a disaster. The noodles were overcooked and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


imran kiani
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This dish was delicious! The sauce was flavorful and the noodles were cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend this recipe.


Creative Work
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile and I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice.


Abdulsalaam Babatunde
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This Mexican Noodle Bake was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.