# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb lean ground beef
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Pasta
04 - 8 oz 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
# Method:
01 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until fully browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
02 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Pour in the enchilada sauce, stir to combine, and simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
04 - Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
05 - Add the drained pasta to the skillet, stir thoroughly, and heat through for 1 to 2 minutes.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the mixture. Cover the skillet and let it sit until the cheese melts, about 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Plate immediately and top with a dollop of sour cream and optional chopped cilantro or sliced green onions.
