Loaded Cheddar Ranch Rotini (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta & Beef Mixture
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12 oz rotini pasta
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound ground beef
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
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1 (15 oz) can sweet corn, drained
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1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup milk
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2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
→ Topping
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1/2 cup crispy fried onions or crushed Ritz crackers
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Reduce heat to low and stir in ranch seasoning, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and milk. Mix in sweet corn and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and combined.
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rotini pasta and beef mixture, stirring to coat the pasta evenly. Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the top with the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
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Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle crispy fried onions or crushed crackers over the top, and bake for another 5-7 minutes, until golden and bubbly. Let cool for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve!
# Notes:
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Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
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Use ground turkey, shredded chicken, or plant-based crumbles instead of beef.
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Add ½ cup cream cheese for an even richer sauce.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk to maintain creaminess.