Southwestern Style Fettuccine

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 11
Southwestern Style Fettuccine with Creamy Corn and Pepper Sauce
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 ounces fettuccine
1 can cream-style corn
1 1/3 cups skim milk
1 teaspoon canola oil or 1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
6 ounces onions , chopped
1/2 lb red bell pepper , sliced
10 ounces frozen corn , thawed and drained
4 ounces jalapeno jack cheese , shredded
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
yellow cherry tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
lime
salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
618
Sugar
11g
Fat
16g
If you're in the mood for a spicy pasta dish, look no further than Southwestern Style Fettuccine. This dish features a creamy corn and pepper sauce loaded with flavorful veggies, including onions, bell peppers, and jalapenos. Top it off with some zesty lime and yellow cherry tomatoes to add some acidity and bring out the flavors. This dish is perfect for a hearty lunch or a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

Instructions

1.Cook fettuccine according to package instructions.
2.In a blender, blend cream-style corn and milk until smooth.
3.Heat oil in a large pan and add cumin seeds. Wait 10 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped onions and bell peppers. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4.Pour in the corn-milk mixture and add thawed corn. Cook on low heat until the sauce begins to thicken, stirring regularly. Add shredded jalapeno jack cheese and cilantro, stir until cheese is melted completely.
5.Drain fettuccine and put it back into the pot. Pour the corn-pepper sauce on the top of fettuccine. Mix well and add salt to taste.
6.Serve with sliced yellow cherry tomatoes and lime wedges.

PROS

Southwestern Style Fettuccine is a creamy and spicy pasta dish packed with flavor.

The dish is loaded with healthy vegetables and lean protein.

CONS

The recipe calls for a fair amount of jalapeno jack cheese, which can be high in calories and fat.
The dish is also relatively high in carbohydrates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Southwestern Style Fettuccine is loaded with vegetables that can help boost your immune system and keep you healthy.
The dish is high in protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle.
The jalapenos contain capsaicin, which can help reduce inflammation and may even help you lose weight by increasing your metabolic rate.

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