Description

This Loaded Cheddar Ranch Beef & Sweet Corn Rotini Bake delivers a creamy, cheesy pasta casserole that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Tender smoked beef, sweet corn, and al dente rotini are tossed in a ranch‑flavored sauce, then topped with a generous layer of melted cheddar that browns to a golden crust. The dish balances hearty protein with bright corn sweetness, creating a comforting, crowd‑pleasing meal that serves six and can be prepared in under an hour.

Ingredients

Scale

12 oz rotini noodles
1 lb ground smoked beef
1 cup sweet corn, drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 cup grape juice
2 tbsp butter
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook rotini until al dente, about 8‑10 minutes, then drain.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground smoked beef and brown for 5‑7 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
Stir the ranch seasoning mix into the browned beef, pour in the grape juice, and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Add the drained sweet corn to the skillet and mix until evenly coated.
In a large mixing bowl combine the cooked rotini, the beef‑corn sauce, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese; toss gently.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9‑by‑13‑inch baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top.
Bake for 20‑25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
Let the bake rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a spicier version
add crushed red pepper flakes. Leftovers reheat well in microwave or oven. Nutrition is approximate.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings

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