Description
This One-Pot Beef and Cheddar Ranch Pasta is a comforting and hearty meal featuring juicy ground beef, tender pasta, and a creamy cheddar cheese sauce enhanced with ranch seasoning. Perfect for a quick dinner, this recipe combines beef broth and milk to create a rich and flavorful base all cooked in a single pot for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Other Ingredients
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (1 oz)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Ground Beef Mixture: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and diced onion, cooking until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess fat from the pot to reduce greasiness.
- Cook Pasta: Stir in the beef broth, milk, ranch seasoning mix, and uncooked pasta. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the pasta is tender and has absorbed much of the liquid.
- Finish Dish: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts into a creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste. Serve the pasta hot, garnished if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, garnish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter protein option.
- Adjust the amount of cheddar cheese to suit your taste preference or dietary needs.
- If a thicker sauce is desired, cook a few additional minutes uncovered to reduce the liquid before adding cheese.
- Use low-fat milk or cheese to reduce fat content if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
