One-Pan Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rigatoni (with Mini Meatballs)

Rich, cozy one-pan rigatoni cooked in beef stock and cream, tossed with garlic and lots of parmesan, plus quick mini meatballs for an easy weeknight dinner.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Mix the meatball ingredients and roll into mini meatballs.

Step 2

Brown the meatballs in a little oil.

Step 3

Add the butter, onion, and garlic to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the rigatoni, beef stock, heavy cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Step 5

Cover and cook until the pasta is tender.

Step 6

Uncover and stir in a metric ton of freshly grated parmesan until the sauce is creamy.

Step 7

Finish with even more freshly grated parmesan and serve warm.