Skillet Beef & Mushroom Rigatoni with Classic Dark Balsamic

Rigatoni with Beef, Mushrooms, Garlic Mushroom Olive Oil & Classic Dark Balsamic

Description

This rich, steakhouse-style rigatoni is built around deep umami flavor — savory beef, caramelized mushrooms, and a balsamic-forward sauce that clings to every bite of pasta.

Ingredients

1 pound rigatoni
1 pound ground beef (80/20)
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
3 tablespoons Garlic Mushroom Fused Olive Oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, diced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¾ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
¾ cup marinara sauce
¼ cup Classic Dark Balsamic Vinegar
½ cup reserved pasta water
Fresh parmesan and herbs for finishing

Instructions

• Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.

• Heat 1½ tablespoons Garlic Mushroom Fused Olive Oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• Add mushrooms and sauté until deeply browned and caramelized. Remove and set aside.

• Add remaining olive oil to the skillet along with ground beef and onion. Cook until browned.

• Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

• Add marinara sauce and Classic Dark Balsamic. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes.

• Return mushrooms to the skillet and add cooked pasta.

• Toss well, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce and help it coat the rigatoni evenly.

• Finish with fresh parmesan and herbs before serving.

Chef’s Tip

Let the balsamic simmer just long enough to deepen the flavor without becoming overly sweet. The goal is a savory, steakhouse-style richness with balanced acidity.

Flavor Variations

• Classic Dark Balsamic — rich traditional base
• Espresso Bean Dark Balsamic — deeper roasted profile with steakhouse depth
• Bordeaux Cherry Dark Balsamic — subtle fruit complexity and brightness

Pairings

Serve with garlic bread, roasted broccolini, Caesar salad, or a simple arugula salad.

Recipe Notes

Garlic Mushroom Fused Olive Oil and Classic Dark Balsamic create a deep, savory flavor profile that defines this dish. Keep the sauce slightly loose so it clings naturally to the pasta instead of becoming heavy.

Bring This Recipe to Life

Garlic Mushroom Fused Olive Oil

Classic Dark Balsamic

Espresso Bean Dark Balsamic

Bordeaux Cherry Dark Balsamic