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Creamy Ranch Beef Pasta in a skillet.
5 from 1 vote

Creamy Ranch Beef Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Creamy Ranch Beef Pasta is a cozy, flavorful dish made with ground beef, corn, and a rich, cheesy ranch-seasoned sauce.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces farfalle pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 ounces) sweet corn, drained
  • cups heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup dry ranch seasoning mix
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated, plus more for garnish
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • Cook the farfalle pasta al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and set both aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and no pink remains, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  • Add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet, stirring and cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in the corn, heavy whipping cream, dry ranch seasoning mix, paprika, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  • Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese has fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir until the pasta is evenly coated in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, gradually stir in reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.