Cowboy Pasta Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 ounces medium pasta shells
• 5 bacon strips, chopped
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium red onion, chopped
• 1 medium green or sweet red pepper, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups frozen corn, thawed
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1-1/4 cups buttermilk
• 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese