Description
Creamy Parmesan Beef Rigatoni is a comforting and satisfying dish that brings together the rich flavors of ground beef and creamy cheese for a delightful meal. This easy-to-make pasta recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, delivering a bowlful of warmth and happiness in just 40 minutes. With its velvety sauce and cheesy goodness, even the pickiest eaters will be asking for seconds. Pair it with garlic bread or a fresh side salad to elevate your dining experience. Dive into this delicious rigatoni dish that promises to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper; cook for a few minutes.
- Pour in beef broth and heavy cream; let simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted; add mozzarella and stir until smooth.
- Combine cooked rigatoni with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley or basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg