Description
This Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce is a rich and comforting pasta dish featuring tender ground beef, perfectly cooked rotini, and a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. It’s an easy family dinner that’s ready in under an hour, combining savory flavors with a smooth, cheesy sauce for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 12 oz rotini pasta
Beef and Sauce
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook the rotini according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Brown Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess grease if needed.
- Sauté Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Melt Butter: Add butter to the skillet and allow it to melt completely, blending with the beef and garlic.
- Add Cream and Milk: Pour in the heavy cream and whole milk, stirring continuously to combine all ingredients smoothly.
- Incorporate Cheese and Seasoning: Add grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to mix everything evenly.
- Simmer Sauce: Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Toss Pasta in Sauce: Add the cooked rotini to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is thoroughly coated with the garlic Parmesan sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Add spinach or mushrooms to the sauce for extra flavor and nutritional boost.
- Using freshly grated Parmesan cheese ensures the smoothest and creamiest sauce texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American