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Cheddar Ranch Beef & Corn Pasta Bake

Cheddar Ranch Beef & Corn Pasta Bake: Your New Family Favorite

Cheddar Ranch Beef & Corn Pasta Bake is a creamy, cheesy dish combining seasoned ground beef, rotini, and corn in a ranch-infused sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Bake
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Cook al dente for best texture.
  • 1 cup Corn Both canned and frozen work well.
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Feel free to swap in Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for a spicy twist.
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can work too.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1 cup Crushed Ritz Crackers or Panko Breadcrumbs Provides a delightful crunch.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients and prepare your cooking equipment.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess grease.
  3. Stir in the corn, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low and pour in the milk and sour cream, stirring until smooth. Add 1 cup of cheddar cheese and mix until melted.
  5. Combine the creamy beef mixture with the cooked rotini pasta in a large bowl, ensuring even coating.
  6. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar cheese and crushed crackers.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is bubbly and golden brown. Allow it to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 21gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with different cheeses or add vegetables for extra nutrition.

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