Southwest Beef Cavatappi
with Green Pepper & Smoky Red Pepper Crema
Southwest Beef Cavatappi
Twisty cavatappi is tossed with savory beef, crisp green pepper, and a smoky red pepper crema for a bold, comforting pasta with Southwest flair.
Ingredients
For 2 servings
- 2 unit Beef Stock Concentrate
- 6 ounce Cavatappi Pasta
- 10 ounce Ground Beef
- 1 teaspoon Hot Sauce
- 1 unit Long Green Pepper
- ½ cup Mexican Cheese Blend
- 2 unit Scallions
- 4 tablespoon Smoky Red Pepper Crema
- 1.5 tablespoon Sour Cream
- 1 tablespoon Southwest Spice Blend
- 1 unit Tomato Paste
Additional Ingredients
- Butter
- Cooking Oil
- Pepper
- Salt

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DifficultyEasy
Prep Time5m
Total Time35m
Calories1070
Protein46g
Carbs82g
Fat61g
Tags:
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Prep
⚠️Allergens:
🥛Milk🌾WheatSwaps and substitutions
For a lighter or dairy-free version, swap the sour cream, smoky red pepper crema, and cheese for unsweetened plant-based alternatives. To avoid wheat or gluten, use gluten-free pasta, and for beef-free meals, replace the ground beef with seasoned lentils or a plant-based crumble.
What to serve with it
Serve with a crisp green salad, charred corn, or warm tortillas to round out the Tex-Mex flavors. It also works well with a simple cucumber-lime side or roasted vegetables for extra freshness.
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