SOUTHWESTERN PORK & PASTA

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This filling dish is packed with family-pleasing flavor. Also try it with boneless, skinless chicken breast instead of pork. -Nicole Filizetti, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 green onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, undrained
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
Sour cream

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook pork in oil in batches until no longer pink; return all to the pan. Add onions and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, beans, corn, salsa and spices. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes., Combine the cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Drain pasta; add to pork mixture and toss to coat., Serve desired amount of pasta with sour cream. Cool remaining pasta; transfer to freezer containers. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months., To use frozen pasta: Thaw in the refrigerator. Place in an ungreased shallow microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 1098mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

Rahamate Aalam Musalmaan
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I made this dish for my family, and they all loved it! Even my picky eater son ate it without any complaints. I'll definitely be making this dish again soon.


Kinsley Brin
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the pasta, and they didn't even notice the vegetables. I snuck them in without them even realizing it!


Christopher Manning
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I'm a big fan of smoky flavors, so I added a few chipotle peppers to this recipe. It turned out amazing! The chipotles added a nice smoky heat to the dish.


Cl0v3rr
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover steak. I had some leftover flank steak from a cookout, and I used it to make this pasta. It was the perfect way to use up the leftovers, and it tasted even better than the original steak dish!


Domantas Dzekevicius
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I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of flavors and textures is simply divine. I especially love the creamy pesto sauce.


Nokuthula Dladla
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This recipe is so easy to make, and it's incredibly delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's the perfect weeknight dinner.


Ricardo Sanchez
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I made this dish for my family, and they all loved it! Even my picky eater son ate it without any complaints. I'll definitely be making this dish again soon.


Rj Redwan Raj
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made this recipe with tofu instead of pork. It turned out great! The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and it absorbed the flavors of the sauce perfectly.


Ahsan Babar
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some leftover grilled chicken from a barbecue, and I used it to make this pasta. It was the perfect way to use up the leftovers, and it tasted amazing!


Fatma Mohammed
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I'm always looking for healthy and delicious pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with vegetables and lean protein, and it's incredibly flavorful. I'll definitely be making this dish again soon!


Fortune Esho
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I even had people asking me for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this dish again for my next potluck.


Dinesh chaminda Kumara
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the pasta, and they didn't even notice the vegetables. I snuck them in without them even realizing it!


diben cdy
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I'm not a huge fan of pork, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The pork was cooked perfectly, and it was incredibly flavorful. I'll definitely be making this dish again, even though I'm not a big pork eater.


Lisa Bouita
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect dish for a weeknight dinner or a weekend lunch.


Emaan
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I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of flavors and textures is simply divine. I especially love the crispy tortilla strips on top. They add a nice crunch to the dish.


Luis Figueroa
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover pork. I had some leftover pulled pork from a party, and I used it to make this pasta. It was the perfect way to use up the leftovers, and it tasted even better than the original pork dish!


Johnny G
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I love that this recipe can be easily customized to your own taste preferences. I added a little extra chili powder for a bit more heat, and I also used a different type of cheese. It turned out amazing!


Johnny Perez
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not the most experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. The instructions were clear and concise, and the ingredients were easy to find. Plus, it only


Navin Mandal
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This Southwestern Pork Pasta was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly well-balanced, with the perfect blend of smoky, spicy, and tangy. The pasta was cooked to perfection, and the pork was tender and juicy. I'll definitely be making this