Description
Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines pasta, ground beef, and a creamy sauce made with Rotel tomatoes and cream cheese.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
- One 8-ounce block of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Cook Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni until al dente, then drain and set aside. -
Brown Beef
In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned. Drain excess fat if needed. -
Add Seasonings
Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to blend flavors. -
Make Sauce
Add Rotel, softened cream cheese, and beef broth. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. -
Combine and Melt Cheese
Return pasta to the pot. Add shredded cheddar and stir until melted and everything is well coated. -
Serve
Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a can of diced jalapeños or a teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, or use a plant-based ground meat alternative for a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg