Description
A rich and comforting pasta dish, this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Beef and Rotini Delight is perfect for busy weeknights. The combination of hearty ground beef, tender rotini, and a luscious garlic-Parmesan sauce makes this meal a true crowd-pleaser. Simple ingredients come together in just 30 minutes for a satisfying and flavorful dish the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces rotini pasta
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the rotini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté the Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine with the beef. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Parmesan & Seasoning: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, mixing until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine & Serve: Add the cooked rotini to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For an extra creamy texture, add an additional ¼ cup of heavy cream or a splash of milk.
- Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or Italian sausage for a different flavor profile.
- Enhance the dish with a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk to maintain the creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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