Description
One-Pot Beef and Cheddar Ranch Pasta is a delightful, creamy dish that combines savory ground beef with tender pasta and sharp cheddar cheese, all enhanced by zesty ranch seasoning. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, requiring minimal cleanup while delivering maximum satisfaction. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a hearty meal that your family will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups rotini pasta
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 oz ranch seasoning mix (about 2 tbsp)
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed, then add minced garlic and sauté for one minute.
- Pour in the rotini pasta and beef broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender (about 10 minutes).
- Stir in the ranch seasoning mix until well combined.
- Slowly add the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese, mixing until melted and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as desired; consider adding crushed red pepper flakes for extra kick.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, incorporate chopped vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. - Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter dish. - Experiment with different cheeses such as pepper jack for additional flavor.