Description
Creamy Beef And Garlic Butter Rigatoni is a comforting and indulgent dish that brings warmth to any dining occasion. This creamy pasta recipe combines tender ground beef with a rich garlic butter sauce, ensuring a delightful experience that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it both quick and satisfying. Enhance your meal by adding fresh herbs or serving alongside crusty garlic bread for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces rigatoni (or preferred pasta)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 2 ½ cups beef broth
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt and rigatoni; cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in the Italian seasoning, then gradually add the beef broth while stirring. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in the heavy cream until fully combined.
- Toss the cooked rigatoni in the skillet with the sauce until well-coated.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. Substitute plant-based cream alternatives for a lighter version.