Description
This One-Pot Beef and Cheddar Ranch Pasta is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines ground beef, cheddar cheese, and ranch seasoning with pasta in a creamy sauce. It’s a comforting meal that’s easy to make in just one pot.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 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
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a large pot, heat olive oil and cook ground beef until browned. Add diced onion and cook until translucent.
- Add liquids and seasonings: Pour in beef broth, milk, ranch seasoning mix, and pasta. Bring to a simmer and cook until pasta is tender.
- Finish with cheese: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- You can customize this dish by adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg