1poundground beefground turkey, or a mix of the two
1small onionchopped
1 to 2jalapenosseeded and chopped
2garlic clovesminced
115-oz canblack beansdrained and rinsed, or 1 to 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans
114.5-oz candiced tomatoesundrained
1 8-oz cantomato sauce
2teaspoonschili powder
1teaspooncumin
1/4teaspoonfreshly ground pepper
1cupshredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
In a large skillet, brown ground beef with the onion, jalapenos, and garlic over medium heat until the meat is cooked through. Drain.
Add the beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and spices. Stir well.
Add the cooked pasta and stir again. Cook about 5 minutes, until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese, and cover. Reduce heat to low, and cook until cheese melts, about 2 minutes.