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One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring savory ground beef, garlic, and Parmesan, all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions 

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat until bubbling.
  • Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink, breaking it apart.
  • Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; cook 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  • Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper; pour in beef broth and simmer briefly.
  • Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream, then add Parmesan cheese; stir until melted and sauce is smooth.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with milk or a plant-based alternative. Be careful not to burn the garlic while sautéing.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Pasta