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One-Pot Creamy Garlic Butter Beef Pasta

A white bowl filled with creamy beef pasta featuring shell-shaped noodles coated in a rich, savory sauce.
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Make this rich and velvety creamy beef pasta in one pot for a satisfying, high-protein weeknight dinner that is ready in 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound pasta shells or preferred short pasta
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning to the beef. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Add the dry pasta to the boiling broth mixture. Stir well to prevent sticking.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer according to the pasta package directions, usually 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream, butter, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  8. Serve immediately. Top each serving with extra Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a high protein creamy pasta boost, use lean ground beef (90% lean or higher) or substitute half the beef with cooked lentils.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute half the beef broth with dry red wine during the boiling step, letting it cook down before adding the pasta.
  • To make this a one-pan cooking experience with minimal cleanup, use a large Dutch oven that can handle all the simmering.

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