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Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef

Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef for Cozy Family Nights

Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef is a delightful, one-pot meal that combines cheese and zesty Rotel tomatoes for a quick family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta (Penne or Rotini)
For the Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can substitute with turkey or plant-based meat
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic or garlic powder as a substitute
  • 1 can Rotel Tomatoes with Green Chilies or plain diced tomatoes for less spice
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup can replace with cream of broccoli
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for lighter option
  • 1-2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese or other cheeses like Monterey Jack
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil butter can be substituted
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • spatula
  • Skillet
  • measuring cup
  • knife

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Brown the Ground Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Combine the Sauces: Stir in Rotel tomatoes and cream of mushroom soup, simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add Cream for Richness: Incorporate heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Melt in the Cheese: Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
  7. Season to Perfection: Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Combine with Pasta: Add drained pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
  9. Serve with Fresh Garnish: Transfer to plates and top with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a smoother melt, use freshly shredded cheese; store leftovers in airtight containers and consider portioning for easy meals.

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