Description
Get ready to fall in love with this One-Pot Beef and Cheddar Ranch Pasta, the ultimate comfort food for busy nights. This dish combines zesty ranch-seasoned ground beef with tender noodles and a rich, melty cheddar cheese sauce—all made in a single pot for quick cleanup. It’s one of those easy dinner ideas you’ll return to again and again. Whether you’re after a quick weeknight dinner, a family-friendly meal, or some cozy comfort food, this easy recipe checks every box. The flavor is bold, the texture creamy, and the satisfaction level? Off the charts.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (or 2 tbsp homemade blend)
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 1/2 cups milk (whole milk preferred)
- 12 oz egg noodles or other short pasta
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in the ranch seasoning mix, beef broth, and milk. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the uncooked pasta. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, remove from heat.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and butter until fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with parsley if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes