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Easy Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef – Cheesy Comfort Food Dinner

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This Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef is a rich, comforting dinner made with savory beef, zesty Rotel tomatoes, and a creamy cheesy sauce. It’s an easy beginner-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 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
  • 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté for about 3 minutes until softened.
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in Rotel tomatoes and cream of mushroom soup.
  5. Add heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Add cooked pasta and toss until fully coated.
  9. Serve hot, topped with green onions if desired.

Notes

  • For spice, add cayenne pepper or red chili flakes.
  • Ground turkey or chicken can replace beef.
  • Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese can be used instead of cheddar.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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