One-Pot Garlic Butter Beef Pasta
A quick and comforting one-pot meal featuring rotini pasta, savory ground beef, and a creamy sauce with melted cheese, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef for a lighter option.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with half-and-half or milk for a lighter dish.
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to swap with your preferred cheese.
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large skillet or deep pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the minced garlic, butter, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the beef. Stir and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a light boil.
- Add the uncooked rotini pasta. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked, and the sauce thickens.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese until fully melted and creamy.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm, straight from the skillet.
Notes
Pairs well with a side salad or crusty bread. For added flair, sprinkle extra cheese and parsley before serving. Make sure to stir the pasta occasionally to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 850mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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