Description
Creamy Beef Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, blending tender ground beef and creamy sauce over perfectly cooked pasta. This dish delivers rich flavors and satisfying textures, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this hearty meal that will fill your kitchen with delightful aromas. Whether you enjoy it as is or customize it with your favorite vegetables, Creamy Beef Pasta promises to become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions in oil until translucent; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, browning it thoroughly. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Lower heat and stir in cream cheese until melted. Gradually add chicken broth while stirring continuously.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted into a smooth sauce.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing gently to coat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg