Chili Cavatappi Pasta

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Chili Cavatappi Pasta.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious cavatappi pasta dish, grab a large pot and fill it with 2 quarts of water.

2. Step 2

   Bring that water to a rolling boil, and don’t forget to sprinkle in a pinch of sea salt for flavor.

3. Step 3

   Once the water is bubbling away, toss in 8 ounces of cavatappi pasta.

4. Step 4

   Let it cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, or until it’s tender yet still has a delightful bite.

5. Step 5

   When it’s ready, drain the pasta and give it a quick rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.

6. Step 6

   Next, let’s move to the skillet.

7. Step 7

   Heat up 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat.

8. Step 8

   Add in 1/4 cup of finely chopped onion and a minced clove of garlic.

9. Step 9

   Stir occasionally and watch as the onion transforms into a soft, translucent delight—this should take about 5 to 10 minutes.

10. Step 10

    Now, it’s time to amp up the flavor! Increase the heat to medium-high and add in 1 pound of ground beef.

11. Step 11

    Cook it while stirring frequently until the beef is beautifully browned and crumbly, which should take another 5 to 10 minutes.

12. Step 12

    If there’s any excess grease, drain it off, then return the skillet to the heat.

13. Step 13

    Stir in 15 ounces of rich tomato sauce, along with 1 tablespoon of chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin.

14. Step 14

    Let this simmer for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is heated through and fragrant.

15. Step 15

    Now, it’s time to bring it all together! Add the cooked cavatappi to the skillet, making sure to stir until every piece of pasta is coated in that savory meat sauce.

16. Step 16

    For an extra layer of flavor, mix in 15 ounces of undrained seasoned black beans and a dash of freshly ground black pepper.

17. Step 17

    Cook everything over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

18. Step 18

    And there you have it—a hearty, flavorful cavatappi pasta dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table! Enjoy every bite of this comforting meal.