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Cheddar Beef Rotini Bake

Creamy Cheddar Beef Rotini Bake for Cozy Family Nights

This Cheddar Beef Rotini Bake combines savory ground beef, creamy cheese, and sweet corn in an effortless, family-friendly dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Rotini Pasta or any short pasta like penne
For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey for a lighter twist
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 medium Onion chopped, or shallots for a milder taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn fresh or frozen
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix can use homemade version
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese or Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup Milk or cream for a richer sauce
For Seasoning and Garnish
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
  4. Add ground beef to the skillet and brown it for about 6-8 minutes.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  6. Add sweet corn and ranch seasoning mix, stirring and cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, cheddar cheese, and milk until smooth.
  8. Combine cooked rotini with the beef and corn mixture, then pour creamy sauce over it and stir gently.
  9. Season with salt and pepper, then spread mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  10. Bake in preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  11. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before garnishing with parsley and serving.
  12. Serve portions to family and friends and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Cheddar Beef Rotini Bake is a comforting dish that's perfect for family gatherings and makes leftovers easy to reheat.

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