Description
A hearty and comforting pasta bake made with seasoned ground beef, sweet corn, creamy ranch flavor, and plenty of melted cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
- 12 oz (340 g) pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
- 1 packet (1 oz / 28 g) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened.
- Add garlic and ground beef, cooking until the beef is browned. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the ranch seasoning, corn, sour cream, and milk. Mix well and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven, garnish if desired, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Add jalapeños or red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg