Description
Indulge in the creamy, zesty goodness of Rotel Pasta—an effortless yet satisfying dish your whole family will love. This recipe combines creamy Velveeta cheese and vibrant Rotel tomatoes with savory ground beef and colorful bell peppers. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, coming together in just 30 minutes. The delightful combination of flavors makes it a comforting meal that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Enjoy this versatile dish on its own, or elevate it with your favorite sides like garlic bread or a fresh salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground turkey sausage
- 12 ounces penne pasta (cooked and drained)
- ½ yellow onion (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (diced)
- 2 cans (10 oz each) Rotel tomatoes (undrained)
- 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 until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and turkey sausage, adding in the diced onion and bell peppers until the meat is fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in the undrained Rotel tomatoes, milk, and cubed Velveeta cheese until well combined. Cover to help melt the cheese.
- Once melted, add the cooked pasta and mix well.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro or jalapeños if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg