Description
A delicious and satisfying meal combining pasta, beef, and a creamy sauce – perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (any type)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil water in a large pot, add the pasta, and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the lean ground beef for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add Garlic: Add minced garlic to the beef and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, add shredded cheese and parmesan, stirring until melted and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until fully coated with the sauce.
- Season It Up: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Experiment with different pasta types or cheeses, and consider adding vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: beef pasta, creamy pasta, high protein meal, family dinner, easy recipe