Description
This Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce is a creamy, comforting one-pan pasta dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals. Tender ground beef, perfectly cooked rotini, and a rich garlic Parmesan cream sauce come together fast — simple ingredients, big flavor, and pure comfort in every bite!
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef (85/15 or 90/10)
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12 oz rotini pasta
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2 tbsp butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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2 1/2 cups whole milk
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1/2 cup beef broth
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1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook rotini pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until cooked through. Drain any excess grease. Remove beef from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
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Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
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Gradually whisk in milk and beef broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
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Simmer sauce for 3–5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
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Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper.
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Return beef to the skillet, then add cooked rotini. Toss everything to coat well in the creamy garlic Parmesan sauce.
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Garnish with parsley and serve hot!
Notes
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Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest, creamiest sauce.
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Whisk constantly when adding milk to avoid lumps.
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Drain pasta well to avoid watering down the sauce.
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For extra richness, you can substitute half-and-half or heavy cream for the milk.
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Add in veggies like spinach or mushrooms for a full meal in one pan!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop, One-Pan
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Keywords: Rotini Recipes