🧀 Buffalo Ranch Cheeseburger Pasta Bake – Your Next Family Favorite 🧀
A creamy, cheesy, and spicy pasta bake that combines ranch seasoning, buffalo sauce, and ground beef for the ultimate comfort food.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Ground Beef
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
Add Seasoning and Sauce
- Sprinkle ranch seasoning mix over beef and stir well.
- Add buffalo sauce, sour cream, and milk. Stir until well combined and heated through.
Combine with Pasta
- Add cooked pasta to skillet with beef mixture.
- Stir to coat pasta evenly with sauce.
Layer in a Baking Dish
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Pour pasta mixture into dish and spread evenly.
Top with Cheese
- Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over pasta.
Bake
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve
- Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy the perfect blend of creamy, cheesy, and spicy flavors!
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Kcal: 450 kcal per serving
- Servings: 6
✨ A family-friendly pasta bake that’s sure to become a weeknight favorite!