Shelly's Recipe

SOUTH OF THE BORDER CASSEROLE

Category: Casseroles - Beef

1 lb of lean ground beef (I used 1/2 lb chorizo and 1/4 lb ground beef)
1 mild jalapeno, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
28 oz can tomatoes
2 tbsp chili powder
2 tbsp cumin
2 cups sour cream
8 oz penne, ziti or any small pasta
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese


In a deep skillet, brown the ground beef, drain fat, if necessary. Add the peppers, onions and garlic, and cook on medium-high heat. Saute until softened, about 8-10 minutes. Add chili powder and cumin.

Add the can of tomatoes, breaking up the whole tomatoes with a spoon, but still leaving big chunks. Add sour cream, stir until mixed. Add pasta. Cover and cook until pasta is al dente, about 25 minutes, stirring frequently so the pasta does not get stuck to the bottom.Serve with the cheddar cheese and cilantro sprinkled on top. Serve immediately. Serves 4