Description
This hearty and comforting dish combines tender beef with rotini pasta, all coated in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner, this recipe is quick, easy, and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
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- For the beef:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- For the sauce:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
- 1 cup (100 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- For the pasta:
- 12 oz (340 g) rotini pasta
- 1 tbsp salt (for boiling water)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- For the beef:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- For the sauce:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
- 1 cup (100 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- For the pasta:
- 12 oz (340 g) rotini pasta
- 1 tbsp salt (for boiling water)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
- For extra creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream to the sauce.