Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheddar Ranch Beef and Sweet Corn Rotini Bake, a delightful family-friendly dish that merges creamy ranch dressing with savory ground beef and sweet corn. This easy-to-make casserole features tender rotini pasta enveloped in a cheesy mixture, topped with crispy breadcrumbs for added texture. Perfect for busy weeknights or potluck gatherings, this bake is not only delicious but also highly customizable—add your favorite veggies or extra cheese to suit your taste. Enjoy a wholesome meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sweet corn (frozen or fresh)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- Breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook rotini according to package directions until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, seasoning with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Drain excess grease.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ranch dressing, sour cream, cheddar cheese, sweet corn, bell peppers, cooked beef, and drained pasta; mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter; sprinkle over the top.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Feel free to add spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition. Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for varied flavor.