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So my family is all together and I could not be happier. I have been trying to make up for all the home-cooked meals they missed while they were in Iraq.
So what happens when one wants Mexican and another wants Pasta?
Mexican Taco Pasta….of course!
It’s actually one of my favorite, easy-to-fix comfort foods. I can prepare this dish, make a salad, fix garlic bread and ring the dinner bell in well under an hour.
It’s pretty common sense cooking – but I took lots of pics…
Here are some of the basic ingredients…
…many of them already in your pantry.
How did that get there?
So…while the veggies are being chopped…I start my pasta water.
I like to add salt, olive oil and fresh herbs. I threw in a handful of cilantro.
By the way – this is one of my fave kitchen gadgets. It’s a “burger-chopper-upper” from The Pampered Chef. It works really well when browning ground beef.
Next, drain burger then add one package taco seasoning mix – stir well.
Add one large can of tomato sauce, and one small can of tomato paste.
Add a can of Southwestern- style Mexican style Corn w/ Black Beans
Mmmm….baby bella’s. Pre-sliced…pre-easy! ๐
Toss ’em in….
Can you smell the scents? Cumin, onions, cilantro, tomato….oh yea!
Turn the heat to medium, and just let your sauce simmer.
Well, this looks awfully plain. Time to dress it up…
Add a layer of shredded cheddar cheese – then some crushed corn chips.
Add the lettuce around the outer edge of the bowl.
I used my hand-painted Portuguese pottery plates. I love how the colors of the dish are reflected in the colors of the plate.
This is a down-home comfort dish with a twist of worldly flavors….
So the next time your family is indecisive about what they want for dinner….give them both.
I hope you have enjoyed sharing dinner with us tonight. There’s plenty more – so you are welcomed to seconds. ๐
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May You have a Comforting Day…Barb
xinex says
This looks awfully good, Barb! I love Mexican food…Christine
View CommentDomestic Designer says
This looks soooo good! Maybe I’ll try it tomorrow night. Have a great day!
View Commentmarty39 says
Barb, it looks so good. My family would eat Mexican food every night of the week. I love the recipe, and I will definitely give it a try. I looks and sounds soooooo good. Glad Mr. Grits is doing better. Hugs, Marty
View CommentJoyce says
I can’t wait to try this recipe. I love your scale and dishes.
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ellen b says
Barb, This really looks good! I’m going to have to copy and paste!!
View CommentLMH says
This looks absolutely amazing. I can’t wait to make this. Thanks,
Laura
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mbkatc230 says
This looks great Barb and it combines two of our favorite meals – mexican and pasta! I’m so happy that your family is all home, especially Mr.Grits! Hugs, Kathy
View CommentHappy To Be says
This looks wonderful barb YUM!! thanks for sharing …hugs and smiles Glโฅria ps how is Mr. Grits doing girl?? prays coming your way..
View CommentREAL ME says
This looks so yummmmmm! I have never heard of it!
View CommentReally Rainey says
That looks delicious!
Glad the Mr. is feeling better.
~Really Rainey~
View Commentprof en retraite says
Ohhh Barb…that looks really good! Sounds like things are going a little better over at your house!! Have a great weekend…hugs…Debbie
View CommentDiane @ Four Paws and Co says
Yummm, I love dishes like this! โบ
View CommentDeb says
Yum Yum! This looks wonderful! Love that pasta bowl and the plates too. Deb
View CommentChandy says
Wow, what a feast for the eyes! Delish! Happy Friday!
View CommentThe Muse says
The best of both worlds…mmmm!!!
View CommentJyLnC says
What a great idea to add pasta to the traditional Mexican ingredients. It looks scrumptious. I’m going to try this.
View CommentPaula says
That looks really, really good! I like your idea of keeping onions and garlic on the scale. They look decorative and the ingredients are handy when you need them.
View Commentcarolinajewel says
Wow – what’s not to like! Great ideas as always!!! ๐ Jewel
View CommentBo says
Oh, I’d be up for a big ol’ plate of that…yum! ๐ Bo
View CommentAmy says
Can’t think of anything better than a meal shared with all the family together.
amy@maisonbelle
View CommentTracie says
yummy! and i’m so happy for you!! nothing better than having the WHOLE family together! i can ‘hear’ it in your ‘voice’ that you are thrilled.
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blessings to you & family,
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Anonymous says
How wonderful that your family is all home and together again. I am happy for you. As always, you made my mouth water for this wonderful comfort food. It looks delicious! Jeanette
View CommentScribbler says
I’m glad the Good Times are back at hour house!
Hubby is going to love this.
Thanks,
Scribbler
View CommentSusan S. says
Now THERE’s a new twist on Tex-Mex and I’m LOVIN’ it. I love pasta and salad too…so this is a WINNER with me! Thans for sharing. Have a great weekend.
PS: You cook with wine the way I do too….hehehe
View CommentBama Belle says
WONDERFUL!!! We had taco night last night wish I had this then!! Next week for sure
View Commentrobinrane says
This looks amazing!
View CommentBeautiful photos too!
Robin Rane’
All Things Heart and Home
KD says
Okay this looks oh so yummy and a winner indeed. Now Barb can you just plan an entire week menu for when my family comes in? BTW shared the Almost made from scratch Cinnamon…..via the phone with my SIL and she can’t wait to get here so we can make it for breakfast! We will try this one too!
View CommentRaggedy Girl says
Oh..does that not look really yummy!
Have A Fabulous Friday
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Kathysue says
Barb, If I had a plate of this it would be pert near gone in no time. I really want a cook book from you. There has not been one recipe that you have posted that I don’t salivate over. I am so glad we have foodie friday to see all of your wonderful recipes. I have something new to try.kathysue
View CommentGollum says
What a FABULOUS Foodie Friday post, Barb. With your photos and descriptions, I felt like I was right beside you. The salad looks delicious; and I LOVE your pottery. I hope Mr. Grits is feeling better–and I’m so happy your beloved family members are home.
View CommentHugs,
Gollum
imjacobsmom says
This sounds good and looks good. I’m saving this recipe for sure! ~ Robyn
View CommentKim Chalfant says
I love it!!! I cracked up at your “southern speak” comment. I’ll have to give this recipe a try sometime. Sounds pretty yummy.
View CommentMarsha says
I love mexican food and I love pasta – this recipe sounds and looks delicious. Thanks for sharing it.
View CommentLeigh of says
Barb, I am going to make this meal very soon!
Girl, you make me smile. I think you and I would be real good friends in real life.
LOve your blog.And the name of it too.
Thanks for stopping in!
Leigh
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Susan @ A Southern Daydreamer says
Happy Foodie Friday! Have a great weekend ~ Susan
View CommentCass @ That Old House says
Ummm, that sure looks good — great comfort food for your family, and how wonderful to have them all together again.
And everyone cooks better with a little glass of encouragement near at hand, don’t you think?
Dee-licious looking dinner. Thanks!
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Maryrose says
Barb,
View CommentThat looks delicious, I can’t wait to try it. and have fun with that family of yours.
Cheers,
Maryrose
Kathleen says
Looks very good, Barb.
View CommentGreat tutorial!
Have a good weekend!
Kathleen
L.I., NY
Lady Katherine says
I love the scales, bowl, and the dishes! So wonderful! Hubby loves your scale. We love all old things. lol The food is wonderful! You did a great post on it!
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