8oz.Bow TiesElbow Macaroni (or your favorite pasta shape), uncooked*
8oz.lean ground beef
116 oz. can kidney beans or pinto beans, drained
1/8tsp.ground cumin
1tsp.chili powder
2medium tomatoesseeded and chopped
28 oz. cans whole kernel, no-salt-added corn, drained
1small green bell pepperchopped
1/2cupshredded Cheddar cheese
1/2cupsliced green onions
1cuplow-fatplain yogurt
1/2cupmedium salsa
Instructions
In a medium skillet, brown ground beef and drain any excess fat. Add beans, cumin and chili powder; heat through. Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
In large bowl, combine pasta, meat mixture, tomatoes, corn, green pepper, cheese and onions.
In small bowl, combine yogurt and salsa. Add to pasta mixture and toss well. Serve warm or cold. Garnish with additional salsa, if desired.
Recipe Notes
*Whole-grain, multi-grain or whole-wheat pasta varieties may be substituted