Description
An indulgent yet wholesome dish combining tender pasta with a rich and creamy beef sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (any type)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream. Ground beef can be replaced with turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: beef pasta, creamy pasta, high protein recipe, quick dinner, weeknight meal