Description
A quick, hearty meal featuring tender pasta in a rich, creamy sauce with savory ground beef and melty cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (any type)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring until it reaches a gentle simmer.
- Mix in the shredded cheese, allowing it to melt and form a smooth sauce.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet, ensuring every strand is coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
This dish can be customized with different types of pasta or cheeses, and pairs well with a salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, beef pasta, high protein pasta