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Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef for Easy Dinners

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  • Author: James Carter
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Whip up this easy Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef for a comforting and flavorful weeknight meal. Packed with ground beef, zesty Rotel, and creamy cheese sauce, it’s a family favorite that’s simple to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 12 ounces dried pasta (penne, rotini, elbow macaroni, or farfalle)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1. Brown ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven. Drain grease and add chopped onion, cooking until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. 2. Pour in Rotel and diced tomatoes (undrained). Add condensed tomato soup, milk, and heavy cream (if using). Stir in chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika (if using). Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  3. 3. While sauce simmers, cook pasta in a separate pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
  4. 4. Add drained pasta to the sauce. Stir in shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses until melted and creamy.
  5. 5. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro or parsley if desired.

Notes

Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk or water, or in the microwave or oven. Consider using leftovers for pasta bakes or quesadillas.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: Approx. 550-650 (varies with ingredients)
  • Sugar: Approx. 5-7g
  • Sodium: Approx. 800-1200mg (varies with canned goods and cheese)
  • Fat: Approx. 25-35g
  • Carbohydrates: Approx. 50-60g
  • Fiber: Approx. 3-5g
  • Protein: Approx. 25-30g

From my kitchen to yours. Wishing you a delicious moment :-)

Find it online: https://www.flavorsbybetty.com/creamy-rotel-pasta-with-ground-beef-for-easy-dinners-quick-flavorful/