Description
Creamy Beef Pasta is a comforting dish that masterfully combines al dente pasta with tender ground beef enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce. This delightful recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal, perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. With its enticing aroma and creamy texture, this dish promises to be a hit at any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- 3. Brown the beef: Add ground beef to the skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (approximately 5-7 minutes).
- 4. Create sauce: Stir in beef broth and simmer briefly. Then add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until well combined.
- 5. Combine: Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce until evenly coated.
- 6. Serve: Dish out into bowls, garnishing with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg