Cheesy Beef Rigatoni in Garlic Cream Sauce
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Cheesy Beef Rigatoni in Garlic Cream Sauce, a dish that elevates comfort food to new heights. This pasta recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering a wonderful blend of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. The tender beef paired with a luscious garlic cream sauce envelops hearty rigatoni, creating a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- 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 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (optional for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve one cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, warm olive oil and sear the beef until browned on all sides. Season with salt, pepper, and optional Cajun seasoning. Remove from skillet.
- Lower heat and melt butter in the same skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and Velveeta cheese until melted. Add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese; stir until creamy.
- Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water as needed. Combine rigatoni with sauce, then add the beef back to the skillet.
- Gently toss everything together and let simmer for about 12 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg