Meal Kit

Mexicali Cheesy Penne

with corn and poblanos

Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Spicy

Cook Within: 7 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

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  • Vegetarian

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In Your Box (serves 2)

  • Info
    4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
  • Info
    5 oz. Penne Pasta
  • 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
  • 1 Poblano Pepper
  • 3 oz. Corn Kernels
  • Info
    2 oz. Shredded Cheddar-Jack Cheese
  • Info
    1 oz. Sour Cream
  • Info
    1 oz. Crispy Jalapenos
  • 2 Green Onions
  • 2 tsp. Taco Seasoning

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    650
  • Carbohydrates
    77g
  • Net Carbs
    71g
  • Fat
    31g
  • Protein
    20g
  • Sodium
    1470mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Medium Pot
  • 1 Colander
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F

Customize It Instructions

  • Meatlovers! If using protein, cook in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tsp. olive oil. If using Impossible burger, break up until protein reaches a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 4-6 minutes. If using shrimp, pat dry. Cook until pink and shrimp reach minimum internal temperature, 2-3 minutes per side. If using steak strips, pat dry, coarsely chop, then separate pieces. Stir occasionally until steak reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes. Rest, 3 minutes. Add protein to meal as desired.

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    Once water is boiling, add pasta and cook until al dente, 10-12 minutes.

    Remove from burner. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta cooking water. Drain pasta in a colander and return to pot. Set aside.

    While pasta cooks, continue recipe.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Halve tomatoes.

    Trim and thinly slice green onions on an angle.

    Stem poblano pepper, seed, halve lengthwise, and slice into thin strips. Poblano peppers can vary in spice level; most are mild, but a few can be quite hot. Wash hands and cutting board after prepping.

  3. 3

    Cook the Vegetables

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.

    Add corn, poblanos (to taste), green onions (reserve a pinch for garnish), taco seasoning, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper to hot pan. Stir occasionally until poblanos and corn are browned and tender, 4-6 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the Sauce and Pasta

    Add cream base, reserved pasta cooking water, cheese, pasta, tomatoes, sour cream, and 1/4 tsp. salt to hot pan. Stir constantly until cheese melts, 1-2 minutes.

    Remove from burner.

  5. 5

    Finish the Dish

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, garnishing with crispy jalapeños (to taste) and reserved green onions. Bon appétit!

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