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Cheesy Ranch Pasta Shells

A quick and delicious cheesy pasta dish perfect for busy weeknights, combining creamy Velveeta cheese and zesty ranch seasoning.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 ounces medium pasta shells
  • 16 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease a medium casserole dish.
  2. Cook the pasta shells in salted water until just tender, then drain well.
  3. Return the hot, drained shells to the pot. Stir in the cubed Velveeta and ranch seasoning until the cheese begins to melt and coat the pasta.
  4. Spoon the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it into an even layer.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until hot and bubbly around the edges.
  2. Let it stand for 5 minutes before serving so the sauce settles into the shells nicely.

Notes

Serve warm with a green salad or garlic bread. Top with chopped green onions or crumbled bacon for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.