Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Creamy, savory, and packed with comforting flavor—this Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce is a family-friendly dinner ready to impress.
Course: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
40
minutesCalories
300
kcalTotal time
1
hour10
minutesIngredients
1 pound ground beef
12 ounces rotini pasta
1/4 cup butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Directions
- Cook the rotini pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat and set the beef aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about one minute.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens.
- Season the sauce with black pepper and salt. Adjust the seasoning to taste for added flavor.
- Combine the cooked pasta and beef with the garlic Parmesan sauce in the skillet, stirring well to coat evenly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving to add color and freshness to the dish.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
Creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce hugs tender rotini and savory ground beef in this hearty, comforting dish. Pair it with a bold Zinfandel, a smooth Merlot, or a young Chianti—all bring balance to the richness while enhancing the beef’s deep flavor. This is comfort food with a wine-lover’s twist.