Description
A delightful dish that perfectly balances comfort and nutrition, featuring tender pasta in a rich sauce made from ground beef, cream, and cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (such as penne or rotini)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as Parmesan or mozzarella)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spoon until fully cooked.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until it becomes fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream (or Greek yogurt), bringing it to a gentle simmer.
- Mix in shredded cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing until every piece is well-coated in the creamy sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: beef pasta, creamy pasta, high protein recipe, quick dinner, family meal