Description
This Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce recipe combines tender ground beef and perfectly cooked rotini pasta in a rich, creamy sauce made with garlic, butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Quick to prepare and bursting with comforting flavors, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner that serves 4 to 4.4 people.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef
- 1 pound ground beef
Pasta
- 12 ounces rotini pasta
Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Break it up as it cooks, then drain any excess fat and set aside.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet used for beef, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
- Make the Cream Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a light simmer. Allow it to reduce and thicken slightly, about 3 minutes.
- Add Parmesan: Reduce heat to low and stir in the Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Beef and Pasta: Add the cooked rotini and ground beef to the sauce. Toss gently to coat everything evenly. Simmer for 2-3 more minutes to meld flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve hot for a comforting, hearty meal.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcook the garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smooth sauce.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste, considering the saltiness of the cheese.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
