Description

This Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce is the ultimate comfort food. The savory ground beef pairs perfectly with the creamy, cheesy sauce, and the rotini pasta soaks up all that delicious flavor. It’s an easy, one-pot meal that comes together in no time and is guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. A sprinkle of Parmesan and a dash of fresh parsley take this dish to the next level, making it as comforting as it is delicious.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef
12 oz rotini pasta
4 cups beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in beef broth and heavy cream, then add uncooked rotini pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender (about 10-12 minutes).
Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version of this dish.
Add extra vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to make it even heartier.
If you want a thicker sauce, let it simmer a bit longer or stir in a bit of cornstarch mixed with water.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 550
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Beef pasta, garlic Parmesan sauce, creamy pasta, easy dinner, comfort food