Description

Indulge in the creamy, cheesy delight of Cheesy Beef Rigatoni in Garlic Cream Sauce, a dish that transforms any meal into a comforting experience. This recipe combines tender beef sirloin with hearty rigatoni pasta, all enveloped in a rich garlic-infused cream sauce that melts in your mouth. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-pot wonder is easy to prepare and sure to please the whole family.

Ingredients

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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
Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (optional)

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Instructions

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
Add rigatoni pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and reserve a cup of pasta water; set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add beef chunks in a single layer; sear until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.
Season with salt, pepper, and optional Cajun seasoning. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Lower heat to medium; add butter to the same skillet.
Let it melt before stirring in minced garlic.
Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour heavy cream into the skillet; stir well to combine.
Add Velveeta cubes slowly, allowing them to melt completely while stirring constantly.
Once melted, incorporate shredded mozzarella until smooth.
Gradually stir in reserved pasta water until you achieve desired sauce consistency.
Toss cooked rigatoni into the sauce, ensuring every piece is coated evenly.
Return seared beef back into the skillet; gently mix or layer over pasta.
Allow everything to simmer together for about 12 minutes so flavors meld nicely.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 620
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 53g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 95mg