Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef
Introduction
Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef is the kind of comforting crowd-pleaser you can whip up on a busy weeknight but impressive enough for a casual weekend dinner with friends. The savory flavor of seasoned ground beef mingles with spicy-sweet Rotel tomatoes in a luscious, creamy sauce, all tossed with tender pasta. It’s bold, satisfying, and comes together in one skillet for easy cleanup.
This dish is also wonderfully flexible: the spice can be ramped up or down, and the creamy sauce ensures even picky eaters will fall in love.
Why This Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef Stands Out
What truly makes this recipe shine is its balanced combination of flavors and textures. The creamy sauce, with just a gentle kick from the Rotel, clings to each noodle, while the ground beef adds a hearty, protein-packed element. This is the ultimate dinner solution when you crave comfort but don’t want to sacrifice bold, memorable flavor.
Key Steps to Perfect Creamy Rotel Pasta
Preparation is made easy with the right kitchen tools. A quality nonstick pan like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch helps achieve a perfect sear on your ground beef and keeps the sauce from sticking. Using a Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher, Black breaks up the meat evenly, ensuring every bite is tender and flavorful.
Rotel tomatoes (diced tomatoes with green chilies) add serious flavor with minimal effort, while a high-quality box grater or chopper, such as the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, can streamline prep for any optional add-ins.
Assembling and Serving Suggestions
Toss cooked pasta directly into the creamy beef and Rotel sauce and stir until each piece is coated. For meal-prep ease, store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers; they’re leak-proof, microwavable, and perfect for next-day lunches. You can garnish with a sprinkle of shredded cheese and fresh herbs, or serve alongside a simple green salad for balance.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
Each serving of Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef (with lean ground beef and light cream cheese) contains around 450–500 calories, 22g fat, 30g protein, and 40g carbohydrates. This recipe yields about 4 generous servings—enough for dinner and leftovers.
Creamy Rotel Pasta with Ground Beef (Recap)
This dish takes pasta night to the next level, pairing spicy-sweet Rotel tomatoes and creamy sauce with hearty ground beef. It’s easy, comforting, and always hits the spot for guests and family alike.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet over medium-high. Add olive oil. Once hot, add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher, until browned (about 5–6 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add Rotel (with juices), smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, letting the flavors combine.
- Cube and add cream cheese; stir until fully melted and creamy. Lower heat to medium-low. Add sour cream and shredded cheddar, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the drained pasta directly to the skillet, tossing so the noodles are evenly coated in creamy beef sauce. Remove from heat.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired, and serve immediately. Store any leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for easy reheating.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
