Southern Creamy Beef & Tomato Gravy Rigatoni

• porsjoner: Servings: 4
• aktiv tid: 10mins
• total tid: 30mins

Ingredienser

12 oz rigatoni pasta

1 lb ground beef

Salt & black pepper, to taste

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes

½ cup beef broth

½ cup heavy cream

¾ cup shredded cheddar or Parmesan cheese

1 tsp dried parsley or fresh for garnish

Optional: red pepper flakes for a bit of Southern heat

Fremgangsmåte

Cook pasta: Boil rigatoni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Brown beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Drain excess grease if needed and set aside.

Build the gravy: In the same skillet, add a bit of olive oil if needed. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Pour in crushed tomatoes and beef broth. Simmer for 4–5 minutes.

Make it creamy: Stir in heavy cream and cheese. Simmer another 2–3 minutes until the sauce is thick, creamy, and smooth.

Combine: Add the cooked beef and pasta back to the skillet. Toss to coat everything in the creamy tomato gravy.

Serve: Garnish with parsley and extra cheese, and serve hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Creamy, meaty, and full of Southern soul—this rigatoni with beef and tomato gravy is comfort food at its finest. 🍅🥩🧄🧀🍝