Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Rotel Pasta, where perfectly cooked pasta meets a rich blend of zesty tomatoes and creamy cheese. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also delivers an explosion of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this rotel pasta is a crowd-pleaser that brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite blend)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey (or beans for vegetarian option)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the Rotel tomatoes and softened cream cheese until well combined, creating a creamy sauce.
- Mix in garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add shredded cheese and stir until melted.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing gently to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or fresh herbs 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: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg