Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce
This Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce is a quick and delicious one-pot meal combining tender rotini pasta, savory ground beef, and a rich, creamy Parmesan garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s packed with flavor and simple to make, offering a comforting meal your whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Dinner, Comfort Food, Pasta
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American, Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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
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In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the ground beef, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes), then drain any excess fat.
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Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream. Stir in the uncooked rotini pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender (about 10-12 minutes).
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Stir in the Parmesan cheese until it melts and the sauce becomes creamy.
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Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley, if desired.
Notes
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Vegetarian Option: Use ground mushrooms or a plant-based meat substitute.
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Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce for a spicy twist.
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Cheese Variations: Mix Parmesan with mozzarella or Romano for different flavors.
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Pasta Variety: Use penne, fusilli, or farfalle instead of rotini if desired.
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Reheating: To reheat, stir in a little beef broth or milk if the sauce thickens.
