Creamy Parmesan Beef Rigatoni
Enjoy this creamy Parmesan Beef Rigatoni that combines delicious ground beef, rigatoni, and a cheesy sauce for a hearty Italian meal.
Equipment
- skillet
- pot
Ingredients
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- Italian seasoning
- red pepper flakes
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté onion until softened, then add garlic.
- Brown the ground beef in the skillet until fully cooked; drain excess grease.
- Stir in tomato paste and seasonings; cook for a few minutes to enhance flavor.
- Add heavy cream and beef broth; simmer for about 5–7 minutes until thickened.
- Gradually incorporate Parmesan and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss the cooked rigatoni in the sauce; use reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like parsley or extra Parmesan.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 590kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 25gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 870mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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