Description
Creamy Parmesan Beef Rigatoni is a hearty and comforting dish that promises to become a staple in your home. This pasta recipe features al dente rigatoni enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce made from heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, combined with flavorful ground beef and aromatic seasonings. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this meal is both satisfying and easy to prepare, taking only 40 minutes from start to finish. With its cheesy goodness and tender beef, it’s a surefire hit that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb ground beef (preferably 80/20)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup beef broth
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
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 diced onion until softened, then add minced garlic.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (optional), salt, and pepper. Cook briefly to enhance flavors.
- Pour in beef broth and heavy cream; simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; add mozzarella for extra creaminess.
- Toss cooked rigatoni into the sauce, using reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg