Description
Creamy Parmesan Beef Rigatoni is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion. This rich, savory dish features hearty rigatoni pasta enveloped in a decadent creamy sauce made with ground beef, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. The one-pot preparation means less cleanup, while the customizable ingredients allow you to make it your own. Enjoy this delectable pasta dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onion in olive oil until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (6–8 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- Stir in tomato paste and Italian seasoning; cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Pour in beef broth and heavy cream; simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted and smooth.
- Toss cooked rigatoni into the sauce, adding 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 plate (about 375g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg