Description

This comforting dish brings together tender ground beef, rotini pasta, and a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. It’s quick, hearty, and perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
12 oz rotini pasta
3 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Olive oil (for cooking)

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Instructions

Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil and brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set beef aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the flour and cook for another minute to make a roux.
Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Bring to a gentle simmer and let it thicken for 3–5 minutes.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Add the cooked beef and rotini pasta into the sauce. Stir to combine and heat through.

Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra veggies.

Adjust seasoning to taste—more garlic or chili flakes if you like some heat.