Description
This comforting and hearty pasta bake combines savory ground beef, vibrant sweet corn, and a creamy ranch-infused cheddar sauce. Perfectly textured rotini pasta twists trap the luxurious sauce, creating a satisfying family dinner that balances professional flavor profiles with simple, pantry-friendly ingredients. It is the ultimate one-pan meal for busy weeknights, offering a delicious combination of protein, carbohydrates, and vegetables in every bite.
Ingredients
1 lb Ground Beef (85/15 lean)
2 cups Rotini pasta
1 cup Sweet corn
1 packet Ranch seasoning mix
1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
0.5 cup Cream cheese (softened)
0.5 cup Sour cream
1 cup Whole milk
1 tbsp Olive oil
1 tsp Garlic powder
1 tsp Onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions, drain, and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and brown the ground beef thoroughly.
Drain excess fat, then stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and ranch seasoning mix.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, sour cream, and milk until smooth.
Combine the beef, cooked pasta, corn, and creamy sauce mixture in the baking dish.
Top with the shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and slightly golden.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheddar cheese for the best melt quality. You can substitute rotini with penne or fusilli pasta if preferred. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American Comfort