Creamy Parmesan Beef Rigatoni
A delicious and comforting dish featuring rigatoni pasta, ground beef, and a creamy Parmesan sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Pasta and Beef
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta Cook according to package instructions
- 1 pound ground beef Browned in a skillet
Creamy Sauce
- 2 cups heavy cream Add gradually and simmer
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use freshly grated for best melting
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Sauté with beef
- Salt to taste Adjust based on cheese saltiness
- Pepper to taste Adjust according to preference
Garnish
- Fresh parsley chopped For garnish
Instructions
Cooking Pasta
- Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cooking Beef and Sauce
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Combining
- Add the cooked rigatoni to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
This dish can be customized with your favorite vegetables or protein substitutes. Serve with side salads or garlic bread.