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Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef Recipe

Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef Recipe
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Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef is a comforting and flavorful dish combining tender pasta, savory ground beef, spicy Rotel tomatoes, and a rich, cheesy cream sauce. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner, it comes together quickly and delivers a deliciously creamy texture with a mild kick from the green chilies.

Ingredients

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Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Canned Goods and Dairy

  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Pantry

  • 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini recommended)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly and set it aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  3. Brown Ground Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up as it cooks until browned and fully cooked through. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
  4. Add Rotel and Soup: Stir in the undrained Rotel tomatoes with green chilies and the condensed cream of mushroom soup, mixing well into the beef mixture.
  5. Simmer with Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 5 minutes to reduce slightly and thicken.
  6. Melt Cheese: Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet and stir continuously until the cheese completely melts and the sauce turns creamy and smooth.
  7. Season: Taste and season the sauce with salt and pepper according to preference.
  8. Toss Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the creamy sauce, tossing gently to ensure it is evenly coated with the sauce.
  9. Serve: Serve the creamy Rotel pasta hot, optionally garnished with chopped green onions for a fresh, mild onion flavor.

Notes

  • Use penne or rotini pasta for the best texture and sauce adherence.
  • For a spicier dish, add extra diced jalapeños or use a hot Rotel variety.
  • To lighten the recipe, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stove or microwave.
  • For added veggies, consider mixing in cooked bell peppers or mushrooms when sautéing the onions and garlic.

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Keywords: Creamy Rotel Pasta, Ground Beef Pasta, Easy Weeknight Dinner, Cheesy Pasta, Comfort Food, Rotel Recipes

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