Description
Indulge in a comforting and rich Creamy Ground Beef Pasta that’s quick and easy to make. This delicious pasta dish features tender ground beef in a luscious cream sauce tossed with perfectly cooked pasta. It’s a satisfying meal that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
Ground Beef:
1 lb
Pasta:
12 oz (penne, rotini, or fusilli)
Olive Oil:
1 tablespoon
Onion:
1 small, finely chopped
Garlic:
3 cloves, minced
Italian Seasoning:
1 teaspoon
Paprika:
½ teaspoon
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes:
¼ teaspoon (optional)
Tomato Paste:
1 tablespoon
Beef Broth:
1 cup
Heavy Cream:
1 cup
Parmesan Cheese:
½ cup, grated
Salt and Black Pepper:
To taste
Parsley:
Chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, then stir in garlic.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Season and Simmer: Stir in Italian seasoning, paprika, red pepper flakes, and tomato paste. Add beef broth and simmer. Pour in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, simmer until thickened.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss cooked pasta in the creamy sauce until coated. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add spinach or peas for extra veggies.
- For a cheesier dish, stir in extra shredded mozzarella or cheddar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
