Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of creamy beef pasta, a dish that combines tender penne pasta with a rich and savory sauce. This delightful meal is perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings, offering a satisfying blend of ground beef and aromatic garlic enveloped in a velvety cream sauce. With just 40 minutes from start to finish, you can easily customize this recipe with your favorite vegetables or proteins, ensuring it suits every family member’s taste. Enjoy a hearty bowl of creamy beef pasta that promises warmth and satisfaction at your dinner table.
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 and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (about 7 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream. Gradually add reserved pasta water until desired sauce consistency is reached. Mix in grated Parmesan until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing gently to coat all ingredients well.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan or fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg