Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta
A delightful comfort dish that combines seasoned ground beef, al dente pasta, and a rich creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners or quick weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef Choose lean beef to reduce fat.
- 8 ounces penne or fusilli pasta You can swap for your favorite pasta variety.
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth Use low-sodium to control salt level.
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Can substitute with other cheeses for variations.
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning Feel free to customize with preferred spices.
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to personal preference.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and stir for about 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into smaller pieces as it cooks, for 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- While the beef cooks, boil salted water in a separate pot and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Once beef is browned, pour in vegetable broth and stir in heavy cream. Simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Sprinkle in grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and gently stir to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding broth or cream if needed to loosen the sauce.