Description

This Creamy Mozzarella Rotini with Spicy Cajun Beef and Velveeta Sauce recipe is the ultimate comfort food for spicy pasta lovers. A cheesy rotini pasta dish layered with tender ground beef, Cajun seasoning, creamy Velveeta, and stretchy mozzarella makes this the perfect quick dinner idea. Ideal for families, weeknight meals, or anyone craving a flavorful, creamy beef pasta recipe.

Ingredients

340g rotini pasta

450g ground beef

1 ½ tablespoons Cajun seasoning

200g Velveeta cheese, cubed

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1 cup heavy cream

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 small onion, diced

2 tablespoons butter

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 tablespoon olive oil

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Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini until al dente. Drain and set aside, saving a little pasta water.

2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef, break it up, and cook until browned. Add Cajun seasoning and cook fully through. Remove beef and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft and fragrant.

4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a low simmer. Add Velveeta cubes and stir until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in mozzarella until melted.

5. Add cooked rotini and Cajun beef to the sauce. Toss everything together, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.

6. Serve hot with optional parsley or Parmesan on top.

Notes

Let the dish rest a few minutes before serving to thicken.

Add extra cream if reheating to restore creaminess.

Adjust Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1 ½ cups)
Calories: 670
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 940mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 19g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 49g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 31g
Cholesterol: 105mg