Description
Savory beef and rotini in garlic parmesan sauce delivers a comforting Italian-inspired meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Creamy cheese, tender pasta, and rich beef combine into an irresistible dish you’ll want to make again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 lb beef sirloin, cubed
Pasta and Cheese:
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F, preparing a robust cooking environment for the culinary creation.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then vigorously brown ground beef and cubed sirloin until no pink remains, approximately 7-8 minutes.
- Remove meat from skillet, drain excess fat, and set protein aside while maintaining warmth.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant and golden, releasing its aromatic essence for about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour heavy cream and chicken broth into the skillet, stirring continuously to create a smooth, velvety sauce base.
- Incorporate dried basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper, allowing herbs to infuse the sauce with robust flavor profiles.
- Cook rotini pasta in a separate pot according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes, then drain thoroughly.
- Combine cooked meat, pasta, and garlic cream sauce, gently mixing to ensure even coating and distribution.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheese over the mixture, creating a luxurious, melty layer.
- Transfer the entire mixture to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese melts and becomes slightly golden and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and sauce to slightly thicken.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce overall fat content and create a healthier version of the dish.
- Swap heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk for a lighter sauce that still maintains creamy texture.
- Experiment with gluten-free rotini for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring the pasta holds its shape during cooking.
- Add extra vegetables like spinach or zucchini to boost nutritional value and introduce more color and texture to the meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 760
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg