Creamy Beef Pasta
Creamy beef pasta is the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy evenings at home. This recipe features tender penne pasta enveloped in a rich and velvety sauce made from lean ground beef, heavy cream, and aromatic garlic. With its satisfying flavors and creamy texture, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your choice of vegetables or alternate proteins. Whip up this hearty meal in just 40 minutes for a delicious dinner that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (about 7 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream. Gradually add reserved pasta water until desired sauce consistency is achieved. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked penne pasta with the sauce in the skillet and toss gently to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 320g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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