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One-Pot Beef and Cheddar Ranch Pasta Recipe

One-Pot Beef and Cheddar Ranch Pasta Recipe
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Creamy and flavorful, this One-Pot Beef and Cheddar Ranch Pasta is a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights. With a rich blend of beef, cheddar, and ranch flavors, this dish is sure to be a family favorite.

Ingredients

Ground Beef:

1 pound

Pasta:

2 cups (rotini or penne)

Beef Broth:

2 cups

Milk:

1 cup

Ranch Seasoning Mix:

1 packet (about 1 ounce)

Cheddar Cheese:

1 cup shredded

Olive Oil:

1 tablespoon

Onion:

1 small (diced)

Garlic:

2 cloves (minced)

Paprika:

1/2 teaspoon

Black Pepper:

1/2 teaspoon

Salt:

1/4 teaspoon

Parsley:

Fresh, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat Olive Oil: Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Cook Beef: Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Add Onion and Garlic: Add diced onion and garlic, cook until softened and fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Stir in pasta, beef broth, milk, ranch seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 12–15 minutes until pasta is tender.
  6. Add Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra richness, add 2 tablespoons cream cheese before stirring in the cheddar.
  • You can also use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

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