Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce Recipe
A rich and creamy dish featuring al dente rotini pasta tossed in a garlic Parmesan sauce with savory sautéed ground beef. This comforting meal is enhanced with Italian seasoning and fresh parsley for a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Pasta
- 8 oz Rotini pasta
Beef and Sauce
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 2 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
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Additional Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside to be incorporated later.
- Sauté the beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks for even browning.
- Add garlic and seasonings: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to build layers of flavor.
- Create the sauce base: Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring consistently to meld the beef and garlic flavors with the creamy base.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese: Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese while stirring continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, adjust the consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Toss pasta in sauce: Add the cooked rotini to the skillet and gently toss until all the pasta is thoroughly coated with the garlic Parmesan beef sauce.
- Serve and garnish: Plate the pasta and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot for a delightful main course.
Notes
- Reserve some pasta water when draining to adjust sauce consistency if it becomes too thick.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best melting and flavor results.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, but sauce will be less rich.
- Try adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition and flavor.
Keywords: beef rotini recipe, garlic Parmesan sauce, creamy pasta with beef, quick stovetop pasta, Italian comfort food
