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Creamy Cajun Rotini

Creamy Cajun Rotini

Spice up your dinner with Creamy Cajun Rotini, a cheesy pasta dish packed with bold flavors and perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and utterly delicious!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 12 oz rotini pasta
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • q.s. Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Colander
  • Oven (optional, for toasting rotini)

Method
 

  1. Boil water in a large pot, add salt, then cook the rotini until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add ground beef, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, cooking until browned.
  3. Lower the heat, pour in the heavy cream, and stir to combine. Let it simmer briefly, then add mozzarella and Parmesan, stirring until melted.
  4. Toss the cooked rotini into the skillet with the beef and sauce, mixing thoroughly to coat the pasta in the sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a lighter option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken, and use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. This dish pairs beautifully with a side salad or garlic bread. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a splash of milk or cream to restore moisture. For added flavor, toast the rotini in the oven for a few minutes after mixing it with the sauce. Feel free to adjust the spiciness level by modifying the cayenne pepper amount to suit your taste.
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