Loaded Cheddar Ranch Beef and Sweet Corn Rotini Bake Recipe
This Loaded Cheddar Ranch Beef and Sweet Corn Rotini Bake is a comforting and flavorful dish that the whole family will love. Creamy ranch-seasoned beef combined with sweet corn, rotini pasta, and melted cheddar cheese create a hearty and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Ground Beef:
1 lb
Ranch Seasoning Mix:
1 packet
Cooked Rotini Pasta:
1 1/2 cups
Sweet Corn:
1 can (15 oz), drained
Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese:
1 1/2 cups
Sour Cream:
1/2 cup
Milk:
1/4 cup
Olive Oil:
1 tablespoon (for cooking the beef)
Diced Green Onions:
1/4 cup (optional for garnish)
Salt and Pepper:
To taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into crumbles. Drain any excess fat.
- Season the beef: Stir in the ranch seasoning mix, salt, and pepper. Add the sour cream and milk, mixing well until combined and creamy.
- Combine the bake: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rotini pasta, sweet corn, and seasoned beef mixture. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Assemble the bake: Pour the mixture into the baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with diced green onions if desired.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with additional toppings like crispy bacon or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cheddar Ranch Beef, Rotini Pasta Bake, Comfort Food Recipe
