Description
Creamy Spicy Beef Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender ground beef with al dente fettuccine, all enveloped in a rich and spicy cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful experience that tantalizes your taste buds. With just the right amount of heat and creaminess, each bite is sure to please!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet; sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well and let simmer for about five minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked fettuccine and parmesan cheese to the skillet, mixing thoroughly; if too thick, incorporate reserved pasta water until desired creaminess is achieved.
- Season with salt and pepper; serve hot with extra parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.- Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option.- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat on the stovetop or microwave.