Description
A quick and satisfying creamy beef pasta dish that’s rich in protein and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for cooking)
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the ground beef, cooking until browned and cooked through.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), beef broth, Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well and simmer for a few minutes.
- Incorporate the cooked pasta into the beef mixture, tossing until well combined.
- Serve the creamy beef pasta garnished with fresh basil or parsley.
Notes
For a balanced meal, serve alongside a fresh garden salad or steamed broccoli. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: high protein pasta, creamy beef dish, quick weeknight dinner