Cheesy Beef Rigatoni in Garlic Cream Sauce
Indulge in the creamy delight of Cheesy Beef Rigatoni in Garlic Cream Sauce, a comforting dish that combines tender beef and rich cheeses enveloped in a luscious garlic-infused sauce. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe delivers gourmet flavors without extensive effort. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that warms the heart and pleases every palate. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices to make it uniquely yours!
- 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
- 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
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, optional
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni until al dente; drain and reserve pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear beef until browned. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
- Lower heat and melt butter in the same skillet. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream; mix with melted Velveeta until smooth. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan.
- If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired sauce consistency.
- Combine cooked rigatoni with the sauce; add back the beef and simmer for about 12 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg