Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of Rotel tomatoes, ground beef, and creamy cheese sauce. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies
- 8 ounces pasta (such as penne or rotini)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat from the skillet if necessary.
- Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the Rotel tomatoes with green chilies to the skillet, including the juices. Stir to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Mix well to combine with the beef and tomato mixture.
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over low heat until it starts to simmer.
- Slowly add the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese to the cream, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta mixture in the skillet. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for a few minutes until heated through and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Enjoy your delicious and creamy pasta dish!
