Description
A comforting and creamy pasta dish with tender beef, rich sauce, and cheesy goodness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, e.g., parsley or basil)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the onion and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Brown the ground beef in the skillet for 6-8 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Incorporate the beef broth and bring to a simmer.
- Create the sauce by stirring in the heavy cream and cheese until smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing gently to coat.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef, or use plant-based meat for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg