Description
Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef is a delightful one-pot meal that combines tender pasta, a rich creamy sauce, and zesty Rotel tomatoes. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, promising comfort and satisfaction in every bite. With a sprinkle of melted cheese on top, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes (mild or spicy)
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until softened.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the Rotel tomatoes with juices and let simmer for about five minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and mix well to create a smooth sauce.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, folding gently until coated in the creamy sauce.
- Top with grated cheddar cheese and cover briefly until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 495
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg