Description
This Buffalo Ranch Cheeseburger Pasta Bake combines the creamy richness of ranch, the fiery kick of buffalo sauce, and hearty ground beef for a truly satisfying meal. With melted mozzarella and cheddar cheese, this pasta bake is the perfect weeknight dinner, bringing together bold flavors and creamy textures that will have your taste buds dancing. If you’re craving comfort food with a spicy twist, this dish is a must-try!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Add Seasoning and Sauce:
- Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix over the cooked beef and stir well. Add the buffalo sauce, sour cream, and milk. Stir until the mixture is well combined and heated through.
- Combine with Pasta:
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the beef mixture. Stir to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- Layer in a Baking Dish:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Pour the pasta mixture into the dish and spread it out evenly.
- Top with Cheese:
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the pasta.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let the pasta bake cool for a few minutes. Serve warm and enjoy the perfect blend of creamy, cheesy, and spicy flavors!
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of buffalo sauce depending on your preferred spice level.
- For an extra creamy dish, you can add a bit more sour cream or milk to the sauce.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken if you prefer a lighter version of this dish.
- Make sure to drain the excess fat from the beef for a less greasy final dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Comfort Food
- Method: Bake, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of the recipe
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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