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Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe

Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe That Feels Like a Cozy Hug

This Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe is the ultimate comfort food, combining savory richness and a creamy texture, perfect for cozy gatherings or busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Penne Perfect for hugging the sauce
For the Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Lean for richness
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a luscious texture
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced for aroma
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced for sweetness
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add penne and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain pasta.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic for about 5 minutes until fragrant and onions are translucent.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef. Cook, breaking it up, for about 7 minutes until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Lower heat to medium and stir in heavy cream. Gradually mix in reserved pasta water, then add Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and creamy.
  5. Fold cooked pasta into the sauce, warming together for about 2-3 minutes to combine flavors.
  6. Plate the pasta and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, always use freshly grated Parmesan cheese and keep reserved pasta water handy for adjusting sauce consistency.

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