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One-Pot Beef and Garlic Parmesan Spinach Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A quick and creamy one-pot pasta dish combining savory beef, garlic, spinach, and Parmesan for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 12 oz pasta (spaghetti, penne, or rotini)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (Add last as it wilts quickly)

Oils and seasonings

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (Use unsalted butter to control salt)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt and black pepper Salt and black pepper
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth (Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter sauce)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter sauce)
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese (Top with extra Parmesan if desired)
  • 2 oz cream cheese (Optional for extra creaminess)
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (Optional, add for heat)

Garnishes

  • Fresh parsley, extra Parmesan, cracked black pepper (Optional for garnish)

Instructions 

  • In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  • Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning; cook for 1 minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and add cream cheese; bring to a simmer.
  • Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in spinach until wilted, then add Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. Garnish as desired.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: beef, Pasta, Spinach