Description
Creamy Beef Rotini Pasta is a rich and satisfying dish with ground beef, spiral pasta, and a velvety cream sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- ground beef
- rotini pasta
- onion
- garlic
- cream cheese
- heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Cook rotini according to package instructions; set aside.
- In a skillet, heat oil and sauté onion and garlic.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in cream cheese and heavy cream; cook until smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and Parmesan; stir to coat.
Notes
- Add spinach or peas for extra color and nutrients.
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- Swap rotini for penne or fusilli if preferred.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of milk.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- It’s best fresh, as cream sauces can separate when thawed.
- Add peas, spinach, or mushrooms for extra veggies.
- To make it spicy, add red pepper flakes to taste.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
- Keep heat moderate and stir often to prevent the sauce from curdling.
- If you like more cheese, stir in shredded mozzarella or cheddar for added creaminess.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil for a fresh touch.
- Prepare the beef mixture ahead of time and combine with pasta when ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg