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Latin American Cuisine is another assortment of unique spices and flavors that represent the individual culture of that region. Try our Latin American recipes like Baked Corn Timbales or Feijoada Completa.

Latin-Style Pasta Beans
by the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Latin-Style Pasta & Beans Photo
Latin-Style Pasta & Beans
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Round out this hearty meatless main dish with warm corn tortillas and slices of melon.
Ingredients:
8
ounces uncooked mostaccioli, penne or bow tie pasta

1
tablespoon olive oil

1
medium onion, chopped

1
yellow or red bell pepper, diced

4
cloves garlic, minced

1
can (15 ounces) red or black beans, rinsed and drained

3/4
cup canned vegetable broth

3/4
cup medium-hot salsa or picante sauce

2
teaspoons ground cumin

1/3
cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

Lime wedges



Preparation:
1.
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain; set aside.

2.
Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add bell pepper and garlic; cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add beans, broth, salsa and cumin; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.

3.
Add cooked pasta to skillet; cook 1 minute, tossing frequently. Stir in cilantro; spoon onto 4 plates. Serve with lime wedges.



Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1/4 of total recipe
Sodium 557 mg
Protein 18 g
Fiber 8 g
Carbohydrate 74 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Total Fat 6 g
Calories from Fat 12 %
Calories 390
Dietary Exchange:
Vegetable 2
Starch 4
Fat 1/2


This recipe appears in: Latin American



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