Description
Indulge in this creamy, cheesy rotini pasta dish, featuring savory garlic butter and tender ground beef. A comforting meal ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 8–10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add lean ground beef to the skillet with garlic butter. Cook until browned evenly, breaking it apart as it cooks (about 5 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
- Add cooked rotini to the skillet with beef and garlic mixture. Pour in heavy cream and add shredded cheese. Stir until combined and melted.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper according to your preference. For extra flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes or Italian herbs.
- Transfer to plates or bowls while warm, drizzling any remaining garlic butter sauce on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: You can customize by swapping ground beef for turkey or adding sautéed vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat on medium in the microwave with a splash of milk or broth.