This Rigatoni Alla Vodka Pasta with Beef and Mushrooms is a simple, flavorful pasta dish that is super easy to make and packed with tons of delicious veggies and protein! It's cheesy, beefy, tangy...ALL the things you want in a pasta recipe and will make a great 25-minute meal for any busy weeknight!
Add water to a large pot with 1 Tbsp salt and bring to a boil. Then add the rigatoni and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, add butter to a skillet and set to medium heat. Add minced garlic and saute for a minute then add the onion and mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally until vegetables are tender, about 4-5 minutes. Drain any excess liquid well, then transfer to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the ground beef and a few cracks/shakes of salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink, about 3-4 minutes.
Then remove from heat and stir in cooked pasta and vodka sauce. Taste and add any salt and/or pepper to taste.
Top with grated parmesan cheese and enjoy!
Notes
To make gluten-free: use gluten-free pastaTo make dairy-free: use dairy-free vodka sauce, dairy-free cheese and dairy-free butter (or sub for olive oil)