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Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Flavor Infusion:

Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.

Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Flavor Infusion:

Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.

Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Baking Tips

Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and melting properties

Don't let the sauce boil after adding the cheese to prevent it from becoming grainy

Save some pasta water - its starch helps bind the sauce to the pasta

For extra richness, add a pat of butter to finish the dish

The dish is best served immediately while hot and creamy

If reheating leftovers, add a splash of milk or cream to restore creaminess

For a lighter version, substitute half the heavy cream with additional milk

Add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor

Make sure to properly season each component - the beef, sauce, and pasta water

For best results, use a high-quality aged Parmesan cheese

Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce

Name: Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4-6 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: For the Pasta and Beef:; 1 lb rotini pasta; 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); Salt and black pepper to taste; For the Garlic Parmesan Sauce:; 4 tablespoons butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese (optional); 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional); Salt to taste; For Garnish:; 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped; Freshly cracked black pepper; Equipment:; Large pot for boiling pasta

This rich and creamy Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce combines tender ground beef with perfectly cooked rotini pasta in a luxurious garlic-infused parmesan cream sauce. The dish features savory ground beef seasoned with herbs, swimming in a velvety sauce made with fresh garlic, heavy cream, and plenty of freshly grated parmesan cheese. The rotini pasta's spiral shape perfectly captures and holds the creamy sauce, ensuring every bite is full of flavor. This comforting one-pot meal is ideal for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or when you're craving restaurant-quality pasta at home. While the technique is straightforward, the combination of quality ingredients creates an impressive and satisfying dish that both kids and adults will love.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

20 Minutes

Total Time

35 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

Custard Cream

For the Pasta and Beef:

1 lb rotini pasta

1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium yellow onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon dried basil

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Garlic Parmesan Sauce:

4 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 cups whole milk

1 cup heavy cream

1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup grated Romano cheese (optional)

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon white pepper

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

Salt to taste

For Garnish:

1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped

Freshly cracked black pepper

Equipment:

Large pot for boiling pasta

Large skillet or sauté pan

Wooden spoon

Colander

Measuring cups and spoons

Cheese grater

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.

Add diced onion to the beef and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Season the beef mixture with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.

In the same skillet (or a large saucepan), melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to create a light roux, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream, ensuring no lumps form. Add garlic powder, white pepper, and nutmeg if using.

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring frequently.

Remove from heat and gradually whisk in the Parmesan and Romano cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt to taste.

Add the cooked pasta and beef mixture to the sauce, tossing gently to combine. If the sauce seems too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.

Return to low heat for 1-2 minutes to warm through, stirring gently.

Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, chives, and freshly cracked black pepper.

Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce

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