Cheesy Beef Rigatoni in Garlic Cream Sauce
Cheesy Beef Rigatoni in Garlic Cream Sauce is a delightful and comforting dish that brings together savory beef, creamy cheeses, and rich garlic flavors. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also delivers a mouthwatering experience that everyone will enjoy. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up this one-pan wonder that combines tender beef with al dente rigatoni, all enveloped in a luscious garlic cream sauce. With minimal cleanup and ingredients that appeal to both kids and adults alike, this dish is sure to become a staple in your weekly dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin or ribeye, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 10 oz rigatoni pasta
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente, drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Sear the beef chunks in a skillet with olive oil until browned; season and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and cheeses; stir until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked rigatoni with the sauce; mix well.
- Return beef to the skillet and simmer briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg