Best Low Fat Macaroni With Black Beans Recipes

VEGETARIAN BLACK BEAN PASTA

Steps:

• Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in black beans, tomatoes, rosemary and oregano; heat through. Stir in spinach until wilted. Drain fettuccine; add to bean mixture and toss to combine.

BLACK BEAN PASTA

Steps:

• Heat a large stockpot over medium heat.
• Once hot, add in oil, onion, bell peppers, garlic, and 1 packet of taco seasoning.
• Cook, stirring often, until the veggies are crisp-tender, about 10 minutes.
• Stir in pasta, broth, and milk.
• Bring mixture to a simmer, and simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until pasta is cooked to your liking. Stir OFTEN to prevent sticking.
• Turn off the heat then stir in the remaining packet of taco seasoning, black beans, corn, rotel, lime juice, and salt.
• Taste and re-season, if necessary, then serve with optional toppings and enjoy!

LOW-FAT MACARONI WITH BLACK BEANS

Steps:

• In a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat, warm the oil.
• Add peppers, onions garlic, oregano and cumin.
• Saute' until vegetables are tender, 1 to 3 minutes.
• Add the tomato sauce, beans and hot pepper sauce.
• Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cook for 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
• Stir the sauce into the hot macaroni.
• Top each serving with cheddar cheese.

LOW-FAT BLACK BEAN-PASTA SALAD (VEGAN)

Steps:

• Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
• In a large bowl, mix the pasta, beans, and veggies.
• Toss with salsa and lemon pepper. This can be served immediately, but the flavor is better if it is refrigerated for a few hours or overnight.

CHEESEBURGER MACARONI WITH BEANS AND PEAS

Steps:

• In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, breaking up and stirring; drain.
• Stir in hot water, milk, and sauce mix and uncooked pasta (from Hamburger Helper box). Heat to boiling.
• Reduce heat. Cover; simmer 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. Stir in beans and peas. Cook uncovered 1 to 3 minutes or until heated through.

PASTA WITH TOMATOES AND BEANS

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
• Meanwhile, heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet or saucepan. Add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about five minutes. Add the garlic, and stir together until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes with juice and a pinch of sugar. Raise the heat slightly, and cook, stirring, until the tomatoes are bubbling vigorously. Lower the heat to medium-low, and cook gently, stirring and mashing the tomatoes often with the back of your spoon until they have cooked down into a thick, fragrant sauce, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in the beans and the herbs, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
• When the pasta water comes to a boil, salt generously and add the pasta. Cook al dente, following the recommendations on the package but checking about a minute before the indicated time. When the pasta is just about done, check to see if the tomato sauce seems dry. If so, add up to 1/4 cup of the pasta water to the pan and stir. Drain the pasta, toss with the sauce and serve, passing the cheese for sprinkling.

LOW-FAT MACARONI AND CHEESE

Steps:

• In a blender or food processor, combine the milk, cheeses, flour and pepper. Cover and process until creamy. Pour into a bowl; stir in macaroni and onion. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until heated through.