One-Pot Beef and Cheddar Ranch Pasta
Beef and Cheddar Ranch Pasta is hearty, cheesy, and so simple to make. A one-pot meal the whole family will ask for again and again!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups uncooked pasta penne or rotini
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot or deep skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in the beef broth, milk, uncooked pasta, and ranch seasoning.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 12–15 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once pasta is cooked and most of the liquid has absorbed, stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Garnish with green onions or parsley and serve warm.