Description
A quick and easy one-pot meal featuring ground beef, cheddar cheese, and ranch seasoning, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1.5 cups water
- 8 oz uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Stir in the ranch seasoning mix and water. Bring to a boil.
- Add the uncooked macaroni, stir, and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of water slightly if you prefer a saucier or thicker consistency.
- You can substitute other pasta shapes if elbow macaroni is unavailable.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the ranch seasoning.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American