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Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef

Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef for Cozy Nights

A comforting and easy creamy Rotel pasta with ground beef, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Dish
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based beef.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced; can use shallots for a more delicate flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic is best.
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel Tomatoes With green chilies; can swap for diced tomatoes with jalapeños.
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream of Mushroom Soup Consider making a homemade mushroom cream sauce.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Use half-and-half for a lighter option.
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded; Pepper Jack cheese can be added for spice.
  • 12 oz Pasta Penne or rotini; other shapes like fusilli or farfalle work as well.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Essential for sautéing.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 Green Onions Chopped, optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water over high heat. Add pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic for about 3 minutes until onion becomes translucent.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in Rotel tomatoes and cream of mushroom soup. Mix thoroughly and allow to warm for about 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and stir well. Simmer on low heat for around 5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Gradually add cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until melted and creamy.
  7. Season the dish with salt and pepper to your liking.
  8. Fold the cooked pasta into the creamy sauce, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently, adding a splash of milk if needed.

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