Description
A cheesy and savory rotini bake with ground beef and sweet corn, creating a satisfying comfort meal that’s perfect for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels
- 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 ounce ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- 2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Stir in ranch seasoning mix and set aside.
- 5. In the same skillet, add diced onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened, then toss in the corn and heat through.
- 6. In a separate saucepan, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and milk over medium heat. Stir until cream cheese is melted and mixture is smooth. Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and continue stirring until melted.
- 7. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rotini, beef mixture, sweet corn, sautéed vegetables, and cheese sauce. Stir until combined, then transfer to the greased baking dish.
- 8. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- 9. Let cool for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.