Description
A warm, comforting bowl of creamy beef pasta with tender ground beef and a velvety sauce, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Penne Pasta
- 1 lb Lean Ground Beef
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- 2 tsp Olive Oil for Sautéing
Instructions
- Cook the Penne: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water to use later.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and let it warm up. Sprinkle in the diced onion and minced garlic, stirring occasionally until the onion turns translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Brown the Beef: Integrate the ground beef into the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks. Let it brown evenly for about 7 minutes. Season generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, allowing the herbs to deepen in flavor.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Gradually incorporate reserved pasta water until you achieve your desired sauce consistency; you want it rich but not overly heavy. Fold in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until it melts into the creamy embrace.
- Combine Everything: Gently add the cooked penne into the skillet, tossing to ensure every piece is luxuriously coated in sauce. Allow it to sit on the heat for a moment to meld flavors.
- Serve & Garnish: Serve the creamy beef pasta hot, garnished with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan or fresh parsley for a touch of color and flavor.
Notes
Taste as you go to adjust seasonings and ensure a balanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg