Description
Savor this creamy, comforting stovetop beef pasta dish that’s quick to prepare and full of flavor—perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add garlic and ground beef; cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- Reduce heat; stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted (2-3 minutes).
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce until well-coated. Sprinkle with Italian herbs and mix gently for another minute.
Notes
- For added flavor, use fresh herbs like basil or parsley.
- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Mix in veggies like spinach or bell peppers for an extra nutritional boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg