Description
This One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is a quick and comforting meal that combines juicy ground beef, tender pasta, and a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish comes together in just 20 minutes using only one skillet, minimizing cleanup without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups pasta (such as penne or rotini)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat to keep the dish from being greasy.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, ensuring the garlic flavor infuses the meat without burning.
- Simmer Pasta and Broth: Pour in the beef broth and bring it to a simmer. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 10-12 minutes, until the pasta is tender and has absorbed some broth flavor.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring often, to allow the sauce to thicken and coat the pasta evenly.
- Season and Garnish: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to your taste. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving to add a pop of color and fresh flavor.
Notes
- Use any short pasta shape like penne, rotini, or rigatoni for best results.
- If you prefer a lighter dish, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, but the sauce will be less rich.
- For extra veggies, stir in some chopped spinach or mushrooms during the broth simmer step.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth or cream.
