Description

Enjoy a creamy garlic beef pasta that transforms a simple weeknight dinner into a restaurant-quality meal. With tender beef, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich garlic sauce, this dish is both fancy and comforting

Ingredients

Scale

450 g (1 lb) ground beef (80/20 fat content)
450 g (16 oz) pasta (penne, rigatoni, or shells)
240 ml (1 cup) heavy cream
60 g (½ cup) Parmesan cheese, grated
3–4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
½ cup (120 ml) beef or chicken broth
1 tbsp butter

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Drain excess fat if needed.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in heavy cream and broth, then bring to a simmer.
Stir in Parmesan cheese and butter, mixing until the sauce is smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until well coated in the creamy sauce.

Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra creaminess, use more Parmesan or add a tablespoon of butter. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on low heat with a splash of cream to maintain texture

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 550
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: creamy garlic beef pasta, easy pasta recipe, comfort food, quick dinner