Description

This One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is a hearty and comforting dish featuring ground beef simmered with garlic, onions, and Italian seasoning in a creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe combines tender pasta cooked right in the flavorful beef broth and cream mixture for an easy and delicious all-in-one meal.

Ingredients

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Protein and Dairy

1 lb ground beef
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Vegetables and Aromatics

4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Pantry Items

1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
2 cups beef broth
8 oz pasta (penne or rigatoni)
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Cook the ground beef: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon for even cooking.
Drain excess grease and melt butter: Remove any excess grease from the pot, then add the butter and let it melt over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the aromatics.
Sauté garlic and onion: Add the minced garlic and finely chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until the onions become translucent and the garlic releases its fragrant aroma.
Add Italian seasoning: Stir in the dried Italian seasoning and cook for an additional minute to enhance the flavors.
Simmer beef broth and cook pasta: Pour in the beef broth and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, add the pasta to the pot, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
Incorporate cream and cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens into a creamy consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish if desired, then serve the pasta hot for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Notes

For best results, use penne or rigatoni pasta as they hold sauces well.
To reduce fat, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, but the sauce may be less rich.
Fresh parsley adds a nice brightness but can be omitted if unavailable.
Make sure to stir occasionally while cooking pasta to prevent it from sticking to the pot.
Adjust seasoning at the end to suit your taste.