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Chorizo Queso Pasta

30 min4 servings๐Ÿณ 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain noodles$14.00830 cal ยท 36g protein

Ingredients

  • cavatappi pasta1 lb
  • mexican chorizo10 oz
  • white american cheese8 oz
  • shredded monterey jack1 cup
  • milk1ยฝ cups
  • diced green chiles1 can
  • yellow onion1 count
  • roma tomatoes2 count
  • fresh cilantro1 bunch

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the cavatappi in salted boiling water and drain.

  2. 2

    Cook the chorizo with the diced onion in a large skillet over medium heat for 7 to 8 minutes, breaking it up, until cooked through; spoon off extra grease.

  3. 3

    Lower the heat, add the milk, and stir in the torn American cheese and jack cheese a handful at a time until smooth.

  4. 4

    Stir in the green chiles and toss in the pasta.

  5. 5

    Top with diced tomatoes and cilantro. Chorizo can be spicy; scoop plain queso pasta for kids before adding it back in.

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