Mexican Parmesan Pasta Bake
A rich and cheesy Mexican pasta bake, perfect for a cozy night in. This recipe combines the flavors of Mexico with the comfort of a pasta bake.
Ingredients
- ●12 oz pasta
- ●1 cup parmesan cheese
- ●1/2 cup portuguese cheese
- ●2 tbsp olive oil
- ●1 tsp chili powder
- ●1 tsp cumin
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 4
Add the chili powder and cumin to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 5
Stir in the parmesan and portuguese cheese until melted and smooth.
- 6
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir until well coated with the cheese sauce.
- 7
Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish and top with additional parmesan cheese.
- 8
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 9
Serve hot and enjoy!