Description

Rotel Pasta Ground Beef creamy ready in just 30 minutes! Simple, flavorful, and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Try it now!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef
2 cups uncooked rotini pasta
1 can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 cup beef broth or water
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
4 oz cream cheese, cubed
½ cup heavy cream or milk
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika or taco seasoning
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional garnish: chopped parsley, sliced green onions, extra shredded cheese

Instructions

Step: Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Step: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and no longer pink. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks. If there’s excess grease, drain it off.
Step: If your skillet is dry, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Step: Stir in the Rotel tomatoes (do not drain), paprika or taco seasoning (if using), and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
Step: Stir in the cream cheese and heavy cream. Let the mixture simmer for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Step: Add the cooked rotini pasta to the sauce. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and mix until everything is creamy and well combined.
Step: Let everything cook together on low heat for 2–3 more minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish as desired and serve hot.

Notes

Room Temperature: Do not leave out for more than 2 hours. Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Freezer: Store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Reheating: Use the stovetop or microwave, adding a splash of liquid if needed.

Prep Time: PT10M
Cook Time: PT20M
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: International

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 473 kcal
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Fat: 28 g
Saturated Fat: 15 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 31 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 24 g
Cholesterol: 90 mg

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