Description
Bold Ranch Meatball & Cheddar Mac is the ultimate comfort food that combines savory beef meatballs, creamy ranch dressing, and melted cheddar cheese into a deliciously satisfying casserole. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With its rich flavors and heartwarming appeal, it’s a meal that will surely please both kids and adults alike. Enjoy this cheesy delight paired with a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
- In a baking dish, mix cooked macaroni with ranch dressing, milk, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Gently fold in the meatballs until evenly distributed.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg