Description

This easy One-Pot Beef and Cheddar Ranch Pasta is the ultimate comfort food! Tender pasta, savory ground beef, creamy cheese, and bold ranch flavors come together in just one pot for a quick and hearty dinner.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
12 oz rotini or elbow pasta
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
4 cups beef broth
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cream cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley or chives (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the ground beef, season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned.
Stir in the ranch seasoning, beef broth, and pasta.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
Add the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce is creamy.
Serve hot, garnished with parsley or chives if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add cooked bacon bits or sautéed onions.
Substitute different pasta shapes like penne or shells if preferred.
This dish thickens as it cools; add a splash of milk or broth when reheating.