Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce

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Beef and Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce

Ingredients:

For the pasta & beef:

• 12 oz rotini pasta

• 1 lb ground beef (or thinly sliced steak strips)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)

For the sauce:

• 3 tbsp butter

• 4–5 garlic cloves, minced

• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2 cups milk (whole milk or half-and-half for creaminess)

• ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• Red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)

• 1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta:

   • Boil rotini in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Cook the beef:

   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

   • Add ground beef or steak strips. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

   • Cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

3. Make the sauce:

   • In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium.

   • Add butter and garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant (don’t burn it).

   • Stir in flour to make a roux. Cook for 1 minute.

   • Slowly whisk in the milk. Keep whisking to avoid lumps.

   • Simmer for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens.

   • Add Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir until melted and smooth.

4. Combine everything:

   • Add the beef and cooked rotini into the sauce.

   • Toss everything together until coated evenly.

   • Garnish with parsley and a bit more Parmesan.