One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta
This One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is a quick and easy meal perfect for busy weeknights, combining creamy sauce, flavorful beef, and pasta in one pot for minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli) Use any pasta you have on hand.
- 1 lb ground beef Can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Can use mozzarella, cheddar, or any cheese preferred.
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pasta is tender, reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
Serve with a simple green salad or garlic bread for a complete meal. If storing leftovers, let cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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