Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a boil. Add trottole pasta and cook according to package instructions, typically around 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced beef, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 6-8 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Remove beef and set aside, keeping the juices in the pan.

In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

Pour diced tomatoes into skillet, stirring to combine. Add tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes. Simmer for about 5 minutes.

Return cooked minced beef to skillet, stirring to combine with sauce. Fold in cooked trottole pasta, mixing for 2-3 minutes to absorb flavors.

Remove from heat and stir in chopped basil and parsley. Serve hot, garnished with grated parmesan cheese.