Cheesy Rotel Beef Pasta

Cheesy Rotel Beef Pasta

Introduction

Cheesy Rotel Beef Pasta is one of those comforting, crowd-pleasing meals that comes together quickly but tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. It’s rich, creamy, and packed with bold flavors from seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and the unmistakable kick of Rotel tomatoes with green chilies. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or anytime you’re craving something hearty and satisfying. Every bite delivers creamy pasta, savory beef, and just enough spice to keep things exciting without overwhelming the dish.

Ingredients

For the Pasta

• 400 g (14 oz / about 4 cups) pasta (penne, rotini, or elbow macaroni)
• Water, for boiling
• 10 g (2 tsp) salt, for pasta water

For the Beef Sauce

• 450 g (1 lb) ground beef
• 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 300 g (10 oz / 1 can) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 240 ml (1 cup) beef broth
• 120 ml (½ cup) heavy cream
• 5 g (1 tsp) paprika
• 5 g (1 tsp) chili powder
• 2 g (½ tsp) black pepper
• Salt, to taste

For the Cheesy Finish

• 200 g (2 cups) shredded cheddar cheese
• 100 g (1 cup) shredded mozzarella cheese
• 30 g (2 tbsp) cream cheese

Optional Garnish

• Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped

Directions