Mexican Earthy Pasta Bake
A hearty pasta bake with earthy flavors inspired by Mexican cuisine. This comforting dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- ●8 oz pasta
- ●1 cup mildly earthy mushroomssuch as cremini or shiitake
- ●1 cup cherry tomatoeshalved
- ●1/2 cup portuguese cheesegrated
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 tsp cumin
- ●1 tsp chili powder
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste 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 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Add the mushrooms, cumin, and chili powder to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the mushrooms release their liquid and start to brown.
- 5
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until they start to release their juices.
- 6
Stir in the cooked pasta, portuguese cheese, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the pasta is well coated.
- 7
Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish and top with additional portuguese cheese if desired.
- 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.