Italian Macaroni

Italian Macaroni

 

1 lb ground beef

2 (15 oz) cans diced tomatoes

2 C water

1 Tbsp Italian seasoning

2 cloves garlic, minced

Onion powder to taste

2 C elbow macaroni, uncooked

Parmesan cheese for garnish

Mozzarella cheese for garnish

 

In a large pot, cook ground beef until cooked through. Add tomatoes, water, Italian seasoning, garlic and onion powder. Bring to a boil and stir in macaroni. Turn to low, cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until pasta is tender. Before serving garnish with cheeses if desired.

Carne Asada Tortas

Carne Asada Tortas


2 lbs flap meat/flank steak

Marinade:
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp onion powder
2 tsp paprika
1 1/2 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp ground ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ C lime juice
3 Tbsp oil

Combine marinade ingredients and pour over the meat. Toss to coat and let marinate overnight. Grill meat until cooked to your preference.

For the sandwiches:

6 bolillo rolls
shredded iceberg lettuce
guacamole
sliced tomatoes
crumbled cotija cheese
jalapeno slices
hot sauce

To assemble: Spread guacamole on the tops and bottoms of the rolls. Top bottom buns with meat followed by tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, jalapenos, and hot sauce. Gently press the top buns over the sandwich. Serve.

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