Description
Creamy Rotel Pasta is a delightful, comforting dish that brings together the rich flavors of Velveeta cheese and zesty Rotel tomatoes, creating a meal that’s perfect for family dinners or busy weeknights. This one-pan wonder features ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and pasta, making it not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a hearty meal that pleases even the pickiest eaters. Serve it with fresh toppings or alongside your favorite bread for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ yellow onion (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (diced)
- 12 ounces penne pasta (cooked and drained)
- 2 cans of undrained Rotel tomatoes
- 16 ounces Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef with diced bell peppers and onions until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in onion powder and garlic powder until well mixed.
- Add undrained Rotel tomatoes, milk, and cubed Velveeta cheese to the skillet. Cover to melt the cheese, stirring occasionally.
- Once melted, mix in the cooked penne pasta until evenly coated in the sauce.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg