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One Pot Mexican Pasta

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One Pot Mexican Pasta Dish

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One Pot Mexican Pasta Dish

I’m salsa dancing around the kitchen because I am 1 of 30 food bloggers to be accepted to take Sam’s Fresh Salsa recipe challenge. This is not my first time creating recipes for Sam’s Fresh Salsa. One of my entries from the past contest was THAI WATERMELON JICAMA GAZPACHO WITH SHRIMP AND LEMONGRASS CILANTRO RICE   It was the perfect summer time dinner. This round I am starting with a simple, quick and easy hot meal, One Pot Mexican Pasta Dish, that can be made in less than 30 minutes. I’m game for less dishes too!

READY, SET, GO!

What’s the challenge and what do I win? 

One Grand Prize Winner: $1,000 Cash Prize

One Entree Category Winner: $500 Cash Prize
Be fresh and get out of your comfort zone! We are looking for inspiring recipes that are packed with wonderful flavors and aromas made with our fresh salsas that will leave us saying WOW!

One Appetizers Category Winner: $500 Cash Prize
Say goodbye to nachos, chips, and salsa! This is your time to shine; we are looking for original recipes using our mouthwatering fresh salsas that are inventive and delicious that leaves all your culinary skills on the kitchen counter.

One Pot Mexican Pasta Dish

The winners of the Sam’s Fresh Salsa Blogger Recipe Challenge will be determined by judging all qualifying entrants’ submissions based on the following criteria: 

Taste: 50%

  • Does this recipe taste great with every bite?

  • Would you want to make this recipe repeatedly based on taste alone?

  • Does it contain interesting, yet gratifying flavor combinations?

Visual Appeal: 25%

  • Does the recipe show well in a plate or bowl?

  • Do your eyes make you want to eat this recipe — even before you smell or taste it? 

Creativity: 25%

  • Does your recipe show originality?

  • Is this recipe reflective of unique twists to ingredient usage?

  • Have you incorporated your personal touch to this recipe? 

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To aid in the creation of my recipes I received the following Sam’s Fresh Salsa products from the company:

 6 containers of Sam’s Fresh Mild Salsa

6 containers of Sam’s Fresh Medium Salsa

And 6 containers of Sam’s Fresh Mango Pineapple Salsa

This quote from Sam’s website says it all about their dedication to making a quality product. “Sam’s™ Fresh Salsa is your answer to real ingredients, freshness, and guaranteed quality. We pride ourselves on using zero preservatives or additives and provide a delicious product that’s versatile to all your meals or dipping adventures! With Sam’s you’ll feel good about what you’re eating.”

Every bite of this salsa screams fresh. The big chunks of veggies and peppers make a great time saver for prep that does not need to be done for this dish. I like saving time in the kitchen. How about you?

I grew up eating hot dishes and casseroles. I later continued to make similar meals for my 4 daughters. On a very tight pinch I would use that box of helper from the grocery shelves. Yeap, I sure did. LOL Sam’s Fresh Salsa is the helper in this delicious comfort food meal.

WHAT’S YOUR SPICE LEVEL?

This recipe uses Sam’s Fresh Salsa/medium. The companies mild salsa could easily be substituted if you want to lower the spice level. But honestly this dish is not overly spicy. Want it spicier?  You could add some red pepper chili flakes or diced jalapeño during cooking.

Gather the ingredients and toppings and you are ready to get this dinner on the table in 30 minutes. Try using a leaner ground beef and not draining after browning. The flavor in the fat and juices will add more with out adding more ingredients.

One Pot Mexican Pasta Dish

WHERE CAN I FIND SAM’S FRESH SALSA NEAR ME?

You can purchase Sam’s Fresh Salsa at ShopRite, Acme, and Safeway. If they are not in your local store, ask them to carry Sam’s Fresh Salsa products!

 

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One Pot Mexican Pasta Dish

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One Pot Mexican Pasta Dish is your go to quick and delicious meal that is made in under 30 minutes. Sam's Fresh Salsa brings a punch of flavor and saves so much time to the prep of the dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 tbs. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 lb. ground beef (I used 90/10 Angus)
  • 1-16 oz. Sam’s Fresh Salsa (medium)
  • 1-15 oz. can black beans, drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 8 oz. dry rotini pasta
  • 1-15 oz. can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup shredded Mex-blend cheese
  • Optional toppings:
  • Sour cream
  • Cilantro
  • More shredded Mex-blend cheese
  • Fresh sliced or pickled jalapeños
  • Diced fresh avocado
  • Fresh diced onion
  • Sliced lime wedges
  • Tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, blend together the cumin, salt, chili powder and smoked paprika. Set aside.
  2. In a large Dutch oven pot, brown the hamburger over medium high heat until no longer pink. No need to drain. Add in the spice mixture over the browned hamburger and cook for several more minutes to blend the flavors together.
  3. Add in Sam’s Fresh Salsa and the tomato sauce, cook another minute.
  4. Now add in the black beans, corn and beef broth. Bring to a simmer and add in the pasta.
  5. Continue cooking for 10-13 minutes or until the pasta is tender. Stir in the 1 cup of shredded Mex-blend cheese until well blended.
  6. Serve and enjoy with any or all of the optional toppings.

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