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Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef

Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef: A Cozy Weeknight Delight

This Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef is a quick, satisfying dish perfect for cozy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Elbow Macaroni
For the Meat
  • 1 lb Ground Beef
For Cooking
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies (Rotel)
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese
  • 1 cup Beef Broth
For the Finish
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
  2. In the same pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Once the beef is browned, sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies, cream cheese, and beef broth. Stir together over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until the cream cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  5. Return the cooked pasta to the pot and gently fold it into the creamy sauce. Add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until it melts and coats the pasta evenly.
  6. Serve the Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For added flavor, serve with garlic bread and try mixing up the protein options as desired.

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