Description
Succulent beef mingles with twirled rotini in this garlic parmesan sauce masterpiece, creating a comforting Italian-inspired dish. Rich flavors and creamy textures invite you to savor each delightful forkful of this hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 ounces (340 grams) rotini pasta
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare rotini pasta following package guidelines, ensuring al dente texture. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high heat, allowing pan to reach optimal temperature.
- Introduce ground beef to the skillet, breaking into crumbly pieces while cooking until rich brown color develops. Eliminate excess grease through careful draining.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and introduce minced garlic, stirring rapidly to prevent burning. Allow aromatic essence to release for approximately 45-60 seconds.
- Pour heavy cream into skillet, creating a velvety base. Allow mixture to gently simmer, maintaining consistent low heat.
- Incrementally incorporate Parmesan cheese, whisking continuously to achieve seamless integration and luxurious smooth consistency.
- Enhance flavor profile by sprinkling Italian seasoning, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Adjust seasonings to personal taste preference.
- Delicately fold cooked rotini into sauce, ensuring each pasta strand becomes thoroughly enrobed with creamy garlic Parmesan coating.
- Transfer to serving dish, garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley for vibrant color and herbaceous note. Serve immediately while temperature remains warm and inviting.
Notes
- Drain pasta thoroughly to prevent watery sauce and ensure better sauce adhesion.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk to reduce calories.
- Consider using lean ground beef or ground turkey for a healthier protein alternative that still delivers rich flavor.
- Grate fresh Parmesan cheese directly into the sauce for maximum flavor and smoother texture compared to pre-grated options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 661 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 44 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg