Indulgent Creamy Beef Pasta That Will Warm Your Heart

This Creamy Beef Pasta is a comforting dish that will impress your family and friends during festive gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 650

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

16 oz Pasta Fettuccine or penne work beautifully

For the Sauce

1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut cream
3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic preferred
½ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated Can substitute with mozzarella or Italian cheese blend
1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Fresh basil or oregano as alternatives
1 cup Chicken Broth, low-sodium Vegetable broth as vegetarian option
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

Large pot
large skillet
colander
Wooden spoon

Method

Cooking Instructions

Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown the ground beef for 5-7 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stir in Italian seasoning, and simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
Combine cooked pasta with the sauce and add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For added nutrients, consider including vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.

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