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Taco Beef and Pasta*




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First place


List of Ingredients





4 oz. rotini pasta, uncooked
1 lb. round tip steak about 1-inch thick
1 pkg. taco seasoning mix
1 tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tbsp. olive oil
2 c. chunky commercial salsa
1 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 c. water

Cook pasta according to package directions (omitting fat). Cut steak into 1/4-inch-thick strips. Combine beef and seasonings; toss to coat. Heat skillet, then saute half of steak strips over high heat 1 to 2 minujtes, or until no longer pink. Remove from skillet with a slotted spoon; set aside. Saute remaining half in same manner. Add pasta, salsa, beans and water to pan; cook 4 to 5 minutes over medium heat. Combine with beef in serving bowl and garnish as desired. Serves 4.
Serve each with salad of cucumbers and peppers, tossed with reduced-fat dressing and 1 kiwi :)
Exchanges: 3 meats, 2 1/2 breads, 1 1/2 vegetable, 1 fruit, 1 fat

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