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Creamy Ground Beef Pasta

Deliciously rich in flavor, this creamy ground beef pasta combines savory ground beef with a silky sauce, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta of choice like penne or fusilli
  • 1 tsp Salt for cooking pasta
For the Sauce
  • 1 lb Ground beef lean
  • 1 medium Onion chopped finely
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 can Crushed tomatoes 15 oz
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
For Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add your favorite pasta. Cook until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
Preparing the Beef
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and ground beef. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and crumbly, stirring occasionally.
Adding Aromatics
  1. Toss in chopped onions and minced garlic into the skillet with the beef. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
Stirring in the Sauce
  1. Pour in your choice of marinara or cream sauce, mixing well to combine with the beef. Let it simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
  1. Gently fold the cooked pasta into the creamy ground beef mixture. Stir until every piece is coated in that delicious sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Serving and Garnishing
  1. Plate your creamy ground beef pasta, topping with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of parsley for a lovely pop of color.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick!

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