Description
Weeknight Garlic Butter Rotini with Beef, Italian Sausage, and Spinach is a quick and comforting meal that brings the flavors of Italy to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. This delightful dish features tender rotini pasta enveloped in creamy garlic butter, perfectly paired with savory beef, zesty Italian sausage, and vibrant spinach. It’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, ensuring every bite feels like a warm culinary hug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup lean ground beef
- 1 cup Italian sausage (sliced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook rotini according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add ground beef and Italian sausage; cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir minced garlic into the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped spinach to the meat mixture and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Return cooked rotini to the skillet along with reserved pasta water and remaining butter. Toss well until coated; season with salt and pepper.
- Plate the dish and top generously with Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 360g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Substitute spinach with kale or use ground turkey instead of beef for a lighter option. Add crushed red pepper for extra heat or garnish with fresh parsley.