Creamy Beef Pasta
A delicious and comforting dish combining tender penne pasta, savory ground beef, and a rich, creamy sauce, ready in less than 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Pasta Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta Cook according to package instructions.
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef Can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with half-and-half or dairy-free cream.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese For garnish, additional Parmesan can be added.
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tsp olive oil For sautéing.
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Cooking the Pasta
- Cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
Making the Sauce
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned, about 7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Gradually add reserved pasta water until the desired sauce consistency is reached.
- Mix in grated Parmesan until melted.
Combining
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing gently to coat.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan or fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Best served hot. Can be paired with a side salad or garlic bread. Use al dente pasta to prevent overcooking.