Cheesy Rotini with Garlic Butter Sauce and Ground Beef
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Cheesy Rotini with Garlic Butter Sauce and Ground Beef, a delightful dish that combines creamy textures with savory flavors. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, ensuring that your family will keep coming back for seconds. Made with tender rotini pasta enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce and topped with melted cheese, this hearty meal offers a satisfying experience for everyone at the table. Plus, it’s versatile enough to customize by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping proteins to suit your preferences. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this delicious and straightforward recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook rotini in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente (9-11 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with olive oil, seasoning it with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Stir in beef broth and heavy cream; bring to a simmer. Add Parmesan and mozzarella until melted.
- Toss cooked beef and rotini into the sauce until well coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 98mg