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Creamy Beef Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 550
A comforting and delicious Creamy Beef Pasta recipe featuring tender ground beef in a rich, Parmesan-infused cream sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 oz penne pasta

Beef

  • 1 lb lean ground beef

Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tsp olive oil (for sautéing)

Instructions 

  • Cook penne until al dente, reserve 1 cup pasta water.
  • Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
  • Brown ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • Lower heat, stir in heavy cream and pasta water to desired consistency. Mix in Parmesan.
  • Combine cooked pasta with sauce.
  • Serve hot, garnish with Parmesan or parsley.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust the amount of pasta water to achieve your preferred sauce thickness.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Beef