Taco Pasta Toss

(Looked much prettier before we ate it. Forgot to take a picture so this is a picture of the leftovers.)

1 lb. penne pasta

1 lb. lean ground beef

1 onion, chopped

1 jalapeno, seeded and sliced

4 cloves garlic, finely chopped

2 Tbs. chili powder

1 Tbs. ground coriander

1 1/2 tsp. ground cumin

1/4 cup tomato paste

1 1/2 cups chicken stock

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

shredded lettuce

chopped tomato

*Cook pasta according to directions on package. Drain and return to pot. Brown ground beef. Add onion, jalapeno, garlic, and the spices. Season with a little salt/pepper. Cook until onion is tender. Add tomato paste. Mix well and then add chicken stock. Mix sauce with pasta and pour into a serving dish. Top with cheese, lettuce, and tomato.