Cheddar Ranch Beef Corn (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb ground beef

→ Dressing and seasoning

02 - 1 packet (28 g) ranch dressing mix
03 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Pasta

04 - 3 cups uncooked rotini pasta

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 medium onion, chopped
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 can (432 g) sweet corn, drained

→ Dairy and sauces

08 - 1 can (305 g) condensed cream of mushroom soup
09 - 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
10 - 2 cups (224 g) shredded cheddar cheese, divided

→ Oils

11 - 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil

→ Garnish

12 - 1/4 cup (15 g) fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a 23x33 cm (9x13 inch) baking dish and set aside.
02 - Boil rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
04 - Stir minced garlic into the skillet and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
05 - Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until fully browned.
06 - Drain excess fat from the skillet. Stir in ranch dressing mix until beef is evenly coated.
07 - Add drained sweet corn, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
08 - Add cooked rotini to the beef mixture, stirring until pasta is well coated.
09 - Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the remaining 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
10 - Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
11 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
12 - Optionally, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

# Notes:

01 - To enhance flavor, consider adding crumbled bacon before baking or substituting ground chicken or turkey for a lighter variation.
02 - Frozen corn can be used instead of canned for a fresher taste.
03 - For heat, include diced jalapeños or hot sauce in the beef mixture.
04 - Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.

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