Description
This Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce is a comforting, creamy dish that combines hearty ground beef, tender rotini pasta, and a rich garlic Parmesan sauce. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that’s packed with flavor
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 lb ground beef (can substitute with ground turkey or chicken)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions (9-11 minutes) until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining. - Brown the Beef:
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break it up with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat and set aside. - Sauté the Garlic:
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook over medium heat for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic. - Create the Sauce:
Sprinkle the flour over the beef and garlic mixture and stir to combine. Gradually add the milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens. - Add Cheese and Seasoning:
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy. - Combine Pasta and Sauce:
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached. - Garnish and Serve:
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy your creamy, flavorful dish!
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
- If the sauce thickens too much, add more pasta water to reach the right consistency.
- This dish can be topped with extra Parmesan cheese for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 60mg