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Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef

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A quick and comforting pasta dish combining creamy, cheesy sauce with bold Rotel tomatoes and savory ground beef, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (10 oz)
  • 12 oz medium-sized pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: smoked paprika or cayenne pepper for extra heat

Instructions

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining, then set pasta aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles with a wooden spoon. Season with salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika or cayenne pepper.
  4. Drain excess grease from the skillet, then add the can of Rotel tomatoes (undrained) to the beef mixture. Stir well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low and add cream cheese. Stir until fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
  6. Gradually stir in milk, adding a little at a time until achieving a creamy consistency. Use reserved pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.
  7. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and combined.
  8. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until coated in the creamy sauce.
  9. Let the pasta heat through for 1-2 minutes, then serve immediately while hot.

Notes

[‘Use room-temperature cream cheese for smoother blending.’, ‘Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.’, ‘Customize spice level by using mild Rotel or adding cayenne pepper.’, ‘Add fresh spinach for extra greens without compromising flavor.’]

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Keywords: Creamy Rotel Pasta, Ground Beef Pasta, Quick Dinner Recipe, Comfort Food, Easy Pasta Recipe

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