Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy Parmesan beef rigatoni that’s bursting with flavor. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home or a special gathering with friends and family.
Ingredients
Rigatoni Pasta:
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
Beef Mixture:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred for flavor)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Sauce:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Rigatoni: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rigatoni until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté Aromatics: Cook onion in olive oil until softened. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Brown the Beef: Cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Incorporate Tomato Paste and Seasoning: Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook to enhance flavors.
- Prepare the Sauce: Add beef broth and heavy cream. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add the Cheese: Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted and smooth.
- Combine with Pasta: Toss cooked rigatoni in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer to plates, garnish with parsley or basil, and serve hot with additional Parmesan.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side of garlic bread or a fresh green salad.
- Feel free to customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 47g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
