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Rotini Pasta

Creamy One Pot Rotini Pasta for Busy Weeknights

This Creamy One Pot Rotini Pasta combines cheese, beef, and herbs for a quick, comforting weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste Can replace with tomato sauce if needed.
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic (minced) Garlic powder serves as a quick alternative.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Fresh onions can be used if preferred.
  • 1 tsp Sugar Omit if using sweeter tomatoes.
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano Substitute with Italian seasoning for a more complex taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust based on your salt sensitivity.
  • pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (optional) Omit if you prefer a milder flavor.
For the Pasta Base
  • 3 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth works great for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 can (15 oz) Crushed Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be pureed if canned are unavailable.
  • 3 cups Uncooked Rotini Pasta Feel free to switch with other short pasta types.
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Any melting cheese like cheddar works in a pinch.
  • Pepper Season to taste.
  • Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese For serving.
  • Fresh Basil For serving.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat, adding in the lean ground beef. Cook it for 7-8 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it browns.
  2. Stir in the tomato paste and minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Mix in onion powder, sugar, oregano, Italian seasoning, salt, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes. Stir thoroughly.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and crushed tomatoes, then increase the heat to high. Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil.
  5. Add the uncooked rotini pasta to the boiling mixture and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered for about 12 minutes.
  6. Turn off the heat and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the pasta. Cover the pot and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  7. Gently toss the pasta to combine the melted mozzarella with the rest of the dish. Season with pepper and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be easily customized to suit various dietary preferences and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for later enjoyment.

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