Description
Indulge in a warm, comforting bowl of Creamy Beef Pasta, featuring a rich and velvety sauce with hearty beef and flavorful spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 pasta: In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving one cup of the pasta water for later use.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
- Brown the beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 7 minutes. Season generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to awaken the flavors.
- Create the creamy sauce: Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, allowing it to blend smoothly with the beef mixture. Gradually incorporate the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency. Stir in the grated Parmesan until it melts into the creamy goodness.
- Toss with pasta: Gently fold the cooked penne into the sauce, ensuring every piece is generously coated. Allow the dish to bubble slightly.
- Serve and enjoy: Spoon the creamy beef pasta into bowls, garnished with additional Parmesan or a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding vegetables or using different types of pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg