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Loaded Cheddar Ranch Beef and Sweet Corn Rotini Bake

Loaded Cheddar Ranch Beef and Sweet Corn Rotini Bake

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A creamy, cheesy rotini pasta bake loaded with savory ground beef, sweet corn, sharp cheddar, and ranch seasoning. The ultimate comforting casserole!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Casserole, Main Dish
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 6 portions
Calories 560 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden Spoon
  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz rotini pasta uncooked
  • 1 lb ground beef 85/15 preferred
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix 1 oz
  • 1 cup sweet corn fresh, frozen, or canned (drained)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
  • 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk
  • 1 tbsp butter for greasing the baking dish
  • 0.5 tsp paprika optional, for color
  • to taste salt and pepper

Garnish (Optional)

  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley or green onion for serving

Instructions
 

  • Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until just under al dente. Drain and set aside.
    Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until just under al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cook until soft and fragrant.
    In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cook until soft and fragrant.
  • Stir in ranch seasoning, paprika, salt, pepper, and heavy cream. Simmer for 3–4 minutes, then add corn and 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Stir until smooth.
    Stir in ranch seasoning, paprika, salt, pepper, and heavy cream. Simmer for 3–4 minutes, then add corn and 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Stir until smooth.
  • Mix in the cooked rotini pasta until fully combined. Transfer to a greased baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
    Mix in the cooked rotini pasta until fully combined. Transfer to a greased baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) uncovered for 20–25 minutes or until bubbly and golden. Let rest before serving. Garnish if desired.

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Notes

You can prepare the dish up to 24 hours in advance. Store covered in the fridge and bake just before serving. Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months.
Keyword Beef and Sweet Corn Bake, Cheesy Ground Beef Casserole, Creamy Ranch Pasta, Loaded Cheddar Ranch Rotini
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