Cheesy Rotini Pasta with Garlic Butter Sauce and Ground Beef
Get ready for a cozy dinner with Cheesy Rotini Pasta with Garlic Butter Sauce and Ground Beef. Tender rotini spirals coated in a buttery garlic sauce, combined with savory ground beef and gooey melted cheese, make this a comforting and flavorful meal. This easy dinner recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or when you crave warm comfort food. It’s a quick meal idea that fits any dinner rotation, offering creamy pasta with hearty flavors in every bite.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large Skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Colander
Ingredients
- 1 pound rotini pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rotini pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat and season with salt and pepper.
- Melt butter in the same skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Add a splash of reserved pasta water.
- Add cooked pasta and browned beef to the skillet. Toss to coat in garlic butter.
- Stir in mozzarella and parmesan cheese until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For extra creaminess, add ¼ cup of heavy cream with the cheese. Leftovers can be reheated with a splash of milk to revive the sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 520mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 3mg
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