Creamy Beef Pasta
Creamy Beef Pasta is a comforting Italian-inspired dish that combines tender ground beef with a rich, velvety sauce and perfectly cooked pasta for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Let it reduce slightly for about 3-4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook gently until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is fully coated with the creamy beef sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a richer flavor, add a splash of white wine when simmering the beef broth and cream. Serve with a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.
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