Go Back
–+ servings
Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe

Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe for Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss

This Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe transforms an evening into something special with tender pasta and rich sauce.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta Feel free to use any pasta you love.
For the Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Use half-and-half for a lighter alternative.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced yellow onion.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Tailor to your preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Tailor to your preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used to sauté aromatics.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet
  • wooden spoon
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add penne pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Sauté for about 7 minutes until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Reduce heat to low, pour in heavy cream, and stir. Gradually add reserved pasta water until creamy. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
  5. Add drained penne to skillet and toss until coated in sauce. Mix well for an irresistible creamy texture.
  6. Plate the creamy beef pasta, garnished with additional Parmesan or parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe is fully customizable to suit your taste buds!

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!