# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Pasta
04 - 8 ounces penne or rotini pasta
→ Sauces & Dairy
05 - 1 cup enchilada sauce
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
→ Optional Garnishes
08 - Chopped cilantro
09 - Sliced green onions
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
02 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion becomes translucent, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Pour the enchilada sauce into the skillet and stir to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes to develop the flavors.
04 - While the sauce simmers, boil the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
05 - Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the beef and sauce mixture. Stir thoroughly and heat for 1 to 2 minutes.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar over the top. Cover the skillet and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese has melted.
07 - Plate immediately, adding a dollop of sour cream and optional garnishes such as chopped cilantro and sliced green onions.
