Velveeta Beef Rigatoni Pasta
Velveeta Beef Rigatoni Pasta is a creamy, cheesy dish featuring hearty beef, savory spices, and Velveeta cheese. It's a filling, family-friendly meal that's quick and perfect for busy nights or casual dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 package (12 oz) rigatoni pasta
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 package (8 oz) Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni pasta according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, dried oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let this mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the Velveeta cheese cubes, stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the cooked rigatoni pasta to the skillet, stirring to coat the pasta in the cheesy sauce.
- (Optional) Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and let it melt for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can add vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for extra color and nutrients.
- For a lighter version, substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
- Add red pepper flakes or a chopped jalapeño for a spicier kick.
- Feel free to swap the rigatoni with another pasta like penne or fusilli.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of the recipe
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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