Description
This comforting One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta combines browned ground beef, sautéed garlic and onions, and Italian seasoning simmered with pasta in beef broth, finished with a rich cream and Parmesan sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy dinner promises creamy, cheesy, and flavorful pasta all cooked in a single pot for minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it apart into small pieces regularly to ensure even cooking.
- Remove Excess Grease and Add Butter: Once the beef is cooked, carefully drain any excess grease from the pot. Return the pot to medium heat and melt the butter.
- Sauté Garlic and Onion: Add minced garlic and finely chopped onion to the buttered pot. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until the onions become translucent and the garlic releases its fragrance.
- Add Italian Seasoning: Stir in the dried Italian seasoning and continue cooking for an additional minute to develop the flavors.
- Simmer Pasta in Broth: Pour in the beef broth and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, add the pasta directly to the pot. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Finish with Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the pasta before serving. Serve hot for a delicious and hearty meal.
Notes
- Use penne or rigatoni pasta for best results; other tubular pastas can also work well.
- Drain excess grease thoroughly to avoid a greasy final dish.
- Stir frequently as the pasta cooks to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or substituting beef broth with a mixture of broth and tomato sauce for a different twist.
- Parmesan cheese adds saltiness, so season with salt cautiously.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
