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Cheesy Skillet Queso Pasta - Queso pasta: whip up this incredibly cheesy and easy skillet recipe in under 30 minutes. Loaded with seasoned beef and Rotel, it's

Cheesy Skillet Queso Pasta

Queso pasta: whip up this incredibly cheesy and easy skillet recipe in under 30 minutes. Loaded with seasoned beef and Rotel, it's pure comfort food perfection.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Rotini pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef (seasoned)
  • 15 oz salsa con queso
  • 10 oz can Original Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies)
  • 6 oz finely shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)
  • Parsley (optional garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Boil 1 lb of Rotini pasta according to package directions in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat, add 1 lb of ground beef and break it up. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook the beef for about 7-10 minutes until browned and drain off the fat.
  • Pour in 10 oz can of Rotel tomatoes (undrained) and 15 oz of salsa con queso. Stir to combine.
  • Stir in the cooked pasta until fully coated with the sauce.
  • Remove from heat and stir in 6 oz of shredded cheese until melted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if desired. Serve hot.

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Notes

Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.