For the Pasta:

• 1 large onion diced
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 2 green chilis minced; omit for less heat
• 1 bell pepper diced
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning; see below for recipe
• 8 ounces dry pasta of choice
• 1 1/2 cups water/vegetable broth, plus more as needed
• 1 1/2 cups tomato/marinara sauce
• 2 cups cooked corn
• 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans, or one 14-oz can
• 3 tablespoon tahini
• salt & pepper to taste

For the Taco seasoning (recipe from Allrecipes):

• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper