Description
Creamy Beef Pasta is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings. This hearty dish features tender penne pasta enveloped in a rich and velvety sauce made from heavy cream, savory ground beef, and aromatic garlic. With minimal preparation time and an array of customizable options, it caters to families and guests alike. Whether you add your favorite vegetables or serve it with garlic bread, this creamy delight is sure to impress. In just 40 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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 penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; cook until browned (approximately 7 minutes).
- Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream. Gradually add reserved pasta water until desired sauce consistency is achieved. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked penne with the sauce in the skillet and toss gently until well-coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan or fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg