Mexican Pasta (Sopa?)

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 15

Satisfy your craving with delicious Mexican Pasta (Sopa)

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups of uncooked pasta ( I use small pasta shells , you can use almost anything . If you use a long pasta like spaghetti , break )
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	1/4 cup onion
	1 garlic clove , minced
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 can tomato sauce
	1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
	water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

366

Sugar

Fat

10g

Mexican Pasta (Sopa) is a budget-friendly and flavorful dish that combines the flavors of pasta and tomato sauce with a slight Mexican twist. It is a versatile and customizable recipe that can be modified to include other ingredients such as capsicum or jalapenos for added heat. This dish can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish with your favorite protein. Mexican Pasta (Sopa) is a satisfying meal that is both comforting and flavorful.

Instructions

1.	Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and keep aside.
2.	In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3.	Add onions and garlic, cook until onions are soft and translucent.
4.	Add tomato sauce and salt, stir well to combine. Reduce heat to medium and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
5.	Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and stir well.
6.	Serve hot with shredded cheddar cheese on top.

PROS

Mexican Pasta (Sopa) is quick and easy to make, requiring just a few ingredients.

It is a comforting and hearty dish that can be customized to suit your taste.

It is a filling meal that can be enjoyed any time of the day.

CONS

Mexican Pasta (Sopa) can be high in sodium due to the canned tomato sauce.

It can also be high in calories if too much cheese is added.

The carb content of this dish may not be suitable for people on low-carb diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mexican Pasta (Sopa) is a good source of carbohydrates that provide energy to the body.
The tomato sauce used in this recipe is a source of lycopene, an antioxidant that may help lower the risk of certain cancers.
Onions and garlic are also known to have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.