One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta
A comforting and satisfying one-pot meal featuring creamy sauce, beef, and pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes Optional, for heat.
- 3 cups beef broth Can use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- 2 cups milk Substitute with heavy cream for extra richness.
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or fettuccine)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- to taste fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Stir in the garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using.
- Pour in the beef broth, milk, pasta, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer and cook until the pasta is al dente.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese and butter until melted. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
For a complete meal, serve with a side salad or garlic bread. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk or water to loosen the sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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