Preheat oven to 350ºF. Grease a 12” x 13” baking dish and set aside.

Cook pasta to el dente and set aside.

In a dutch oven medium-high heat cook onions and beef, stirring, until beef is cooked through. Add garlic and cook one more minute. Drain.

Stir in chili powder, cumin, sugar, salt and cayenne pepper and water. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir in beans, tomatoes, corn,1 cup cheese blend, salsa and drained pasta. Stir to combine.

Transfer to prepared dish and bake covered for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese blend and return to oven to bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.