Description
This One-Pot Beef and Cheddar Ranch Pasta is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights, it combines tender pasta, savory ground beef, and zesty ranch seasoning—all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- 8 oz (225g) pasta (rotini, penne, or elbow)
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and onion, cooking until beef is browned and onion is soft (5-6 min). Drain excess fat.
- Cook the Pasta: Stir in beef broth, milk, ranch seasoning, and pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
- Add Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar until melted and creamy.
- Season & Serve: Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
✅ Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions for extra flavor.
✅ Lighter Option? Swap beef for ground turkey or chicken.
✅ Cheesy Twist: Add a sprinkle of Parmesan or Monterey Jack.
✅ Extra Creamy: Stir in ¼ cup cream cheese at the end.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~450 kcal Per Serving
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g