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Rotel Pasta Fiesta: Creamy, Cheesy Tex-Mex One-Pot Dinner

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Rotel Pasta Fiesta combines creamy cheese, Tex-Mex spices, and pasta for a crowd-pleasing one-pot dinner.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (undrained)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp taco seasoning
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, brown ground meat over medium heat. Drain grease.
  3. Add Rotel, heavy cream, taco seasoning, and garlic powder. Simmer 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in cooked pasta and mix to coat in sauce.
  5. Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Garnish with cilantro or parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Make ahead: cook pasta and brown meat in advance, store separately up to 2 days.
  • Vegetarian option: use black beans and corn instead of meat.
  • Protein swap: shredded chicken or tofu works well.
  • Serve with garlic bread or a crisp salad.