Description
This Creamy Ranch Beef and Sweet Corn Bowtie Casserole is a comforting and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this casserole is easy to make and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Bowtie Pasta:
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta (farfalle)
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef; 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen sweet corn, thawed; 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided; 1 packet ranch seasoning mix; ½ cup milk; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta: Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare the beef mixture: In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Sauté onion and garlic until softened. Add ground beef, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine pasta, beef mixture, sweet corn, sour cream, ranch seasoning mix, milk, and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix well.
- Assemble and bake: Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- For additional veggies, consider adding diced bell peppers or chopped spinach.
- Use low-fat sour cream and cheese for a lighter dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
