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Creamy Beef Pasta

Creamy Beef Pasta is a comforting and satisfying dish that combines tender beef, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. Ideal for busy weeknights, it’s quick and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 oz penne pasta Cook according to package instructions.
Meat and Sauce Ingredients
  • 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
  • 2 tsp olive oil for sautéing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
Cooking
  1. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (about 7 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream. Gradually add reserved pasta water until desired sauce consistency is reached. Mix in grated Parmesan until melted.
  3. Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing gently to coat.
  4. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan or fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Consider adding fresh spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for added nutrition. For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to your sauce.