easy Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe
Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe is an easy family dinner featuring seasoned ground beef, rotini pasta, tomato cream sauce, and cheddar cheese. Ready in about 45 minutes, it's hearty, creamy, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 28-ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 pound rotini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
- Fresh or dried parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook for 5–6 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the garlic, basil, oregano, kosher salt, crushed red pepper, and flour. Stir continuously for 1 minute.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and beef broth. Stir until smooth, then bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes to develop the flavors.
- Meanwhile, cook the rotini according to the package directions until al dente. Drain well.
- Stir the heavy cream into the sauce, then add the cooked pasta. Toss until everything is evenly coated. This Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe comes together beautifully once the sauce thickens.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until completely melted and creamy.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey or ground chicken for a lighter version.
- Whole wheat or gluten-free rotini can be used if preferred.
- Serve with garlic bread, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
- Sprinkle extra Parmesan over each serving for added flavor.