Description
One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is a comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe features savory ground beef simmered with garlic butter in a luscious parmesan sauce, all cooked in one pot to minimize cleanup. With flavors that dance on your palate and a creamy texture that satisfies every craving, this pasta dish is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal!
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups milk (or heavy cream)
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or fettuccine)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned; break it up as it cooks.
- Stir in minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the beef broth and milk; stir well to combine.
- Add pasta and Italian seasoning; ensure most of the pasta is submerged.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in parmesan cheese and butter until melted.
- Adjust seasoning if needed; garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg