Ingredients
– 10 ounces dried rotini pasta (measured before cooking)
– 1 pound ground beef (substitutable with ground turkey, ground chicken, or omitted)
– Β½ cup finely chopped onion (optional)
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– Β½ teaspoon salt
– Β½ teaspoon black pepper
– Β½ teaspoon onion powder
– Β½ cup beef broth (low or no sodium recommended)
– 2 cups heavy cream (more can be added for extra creaminess)
– 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (substitutable with pre-grated)
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
– 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
1-First, cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions, adding a pinch of salt to the water for better taste. Drain it and set aside, reserving some pasta water to help with the sauce later this keeps your creamy garlic beef pasta from getting too thick.
2-Next, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is no longer pink. Season it with garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and onion powder for a robust base that elevates the garlic beef pasta experience.
3-After draining any excess grease, add the beef broth, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, creating that irresistible creamy pasta texture we love.
4-Then, mix the cooked pasta into the sauce, stirring well to coat every strand. Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed, and stir in fresh chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
5-Serve it hot, perhaps with a sprinkle of extra parmesan on top. Based on the directions provided, this creamy garlic beef pasta recipe with parmesan comes together in about 30 minutes total, making it a hit for weeknight meals. For variations, you can explore complementary sides like fruit crisps to balance the richness.
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π For quicker preparation, substitute pre-made Alfredo sauce for heavy cream and adjust parmesan amount.
πΏ Enhance flavor and texture by adding spinach, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, or bell peppers.
π₯ Serve with a fresh side salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: SautΓ©ing and simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 1081 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 955 mg
- Fat: 74 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 64 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 41 g
