Creamy Beef Pasta
A comforting and creamy one-skillet pasta dish that combines lean ground beef, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Pasta and Main Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef Can substitute with ground chicken or turkey.
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Add more for garnish if desired.
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 tsp olive oil For sautéing.
Instructions
Cooking Preparation
- Cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned, which should take around 7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Lower the heat, then stir in the heavy cream. Gradually add the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired sauce consistency.
- Mix in the grated Parmesan until melted and fully incorporated.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing gently to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan or fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For best presentation, serve in individual bowls garnished with parsley or black pepper. Pair with a salad or garlic bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.