Description
This Cheesy Rotini with Garlic Butter Beef combines tender pasta, savory beef, and a creamy garlic butter sauce that’s packed with flavor. Quick, easy, and perfect for weeknights or gatherings, this hearty dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil rotini in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Beef: Brown the ground beef in a skillet. Season with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Melt butter in the skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, and add heavy cream. Let it simmer.
- Add the Cheeses: Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Everything: Toss the cooked pasta and beef into the sauce. Mix well.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with garlic bread or salad.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best results.
- For a lighter version, substitute ground beef with ground turkey.
- Adjust the sauce consistency with a splash of milk if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove-Top
- Cuisine: Italian-American Inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 480
- Sodium: 620mg
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
Keywords: Cheesy beef pasta, garlic butter beef pasta, creamy rotini recipe, beef and pasta skillet