Cheesy Beef Spirals
Get ready to indulge in ultimate comfort food with these irresistible Cheesy Beef Spirals, a family-friendly pasta bake packed with bold flavors and gooey, melted cheese. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender rotini pasta with a rich, savory ground beef sauce enhanced by aromatic garlic, Italian seasoning, and a touch of creamy decadence. Topped with a generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, this dish bakes to golden, bubbly perfection in just 15 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, it’s a one-pan wonder that’s sure to satisfy. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and a touch of freshness. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or meal-prepping for the week, this hearty casserole is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 15 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the crushed tomatoes to the skillet and stir to combine. Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes to develop flavor.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Stir the heavy cream into the sauce and bring it back to a gentle simmer. Remove the skillet from heat.
In a large baking dish, combine the cooked rotini pasta with the beef sauce. Mix until evenly coated.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the pasta mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
If desired, switch to the broiler setting for the last 2-3 minutes to brown the cheese lightly.
Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4423 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 254.0 g | 326% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.6 g | 633% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 782 mg | 261% | |
| Sodium | 5680 mg | 247% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 301.3 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.6 g | ||
| Protein | 213.6 g | 427% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2802 mg | 216% | |
| Iron | 23.9 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 3043 mg | 65% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
