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Creamy Ranch Cowboy Casserole


  • Author: emma
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A comforting and creamy casserole featuring ground beef, ranch seasoning, and cheddar cheese, perfect for family dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey/meat substitute)
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (sharp or mild)

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
  2. Drain excess fat and stir in the ranch seasoning until the meat is coated.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  4. Mix in half of the cheddar cheese until melted.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a prepared baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
  6. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Notes

For extra creaminess, adjust the heavy cream amount. You can add vegetables like diced bell peppers or sweet corn for variation.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: casserole, creamy, ranch, beef, comfort food