Description
A quick, creamy comfort dish made with Rotel tomatoes, ground beef, and a rich cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family meals, this zesty, slightly spicy pasta pairs velvety textures with hearty flavors.
Ingredients
8 oz uncooked pasta (like penne or fettuccine)
1 (14.5 oz) can Rotel™ diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 lb halal ground beef or ground turkey
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup cream cheese, cubed
2 tbsp cooking oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until softened.
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add halal ground beef or turkey; cook until browned.
Stir in Rotel™ tomatoes with chilies and simmer for 5 minutes.
Add cream cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until melted and smooth.
Mix in shredded cheddar until fully incorporated into a creamy sauce.
Add cooked pasta to the skillet; toss to coat evenly
Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Halal meat is essential per dietary restrictions. Use ground turkey or plant-based substitutes if preferred.
Rotel™ provides tanginess; substitute with diced tomatoes and mild green chilies if unavailable.
Cheddar ensures rich sauce. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg