Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta, a quick one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe combines savory ground beef with aromatic garlic and creamy cheese, all enveloped in rich butter to create a dish that’s as satisfying as it is delicious. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy a hearty pasta dinner that’s not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your family’s preferences. Whether you’re using turkey instead of beef or adding your favorite vegetables, this dish promises to be a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 8 ounces pasta (penne, spaghetti, etc.)
- Optional: 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and add uncooked pasta. Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- If desired, mix in Parmesan cheese and heavy cream for added creaminess.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg