Cheesy Garlic Twisted Pasta with Cajun Ground Beef and Alfredo Velveeta
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cheesy Garlic Twisted Pasta, featuring tender twisted pasta enveloped in a rich Alfredo Velveeta sauce and topped with flavorful Cajun ground beef. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, delivering a delightful blend of cheesy, garlicky, and spicy flavors that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz twisted pasta (fusilli or rotini)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz Alfredo Velveeta cheese, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with Cajun seasoning for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream and diced Velveeta cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta with the cheese sauce in the skillet, mixing well to coat evenly. Adjust consistency with more cream if needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with Parmesan cheese and chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg