Cheesy Menudo from the Pantry
Transform your pantry staples into a comforting culinary creation with this *Cheesy Menudo from the Pantry*. This quick and easy recipe blends canned favorites like garbanzo beans, potatoes, and green peas with hearty Vienna sausage and luncheon meat for a flavorful twist on a classic dish. Simmered in a rich tomato sauce enhanced with soy sauce and a touch of sweetness, each bite is a delightful balance of savory and satisfying. Topped with melted cheddar cheese for a gooey, indulgent finish, this cheesy menudo is perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute meals. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a pantry-friendly comfort food sensation that pairs perfectly with steamed rice or crusty bread for a complete, soul-warming experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned tomato sauce
- 1 cup canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup canned potatoes, diced
- 1 cup canned green peas, drained
- 1 can Vienna sausage, sliced into small rounds
- 1 cup canned luncheon meat (e.g., SPAM), diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Sauté diced onion until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the diced luncheon meat and sliced Vienna sausage. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 4-5 minutes until lightly browned.
Stir in the tomato sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and a pinch of salt and pepper to season. Bring to a simmer.
Add the canned garbanzo beans, canned potatoes, and canned green peas to the skillet. Stir everything together to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-12 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally to avoid sticking.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the menudo. Cover the skillet and let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and gooey.
Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper as needed before serving.
Serve hot with steamed white rice or warm crusty bread for a hearty, comforting meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
594 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.6 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 2077 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.0 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 618 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
