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One-Pot Creamy Ground Beef Pasta with Garlic Parmesan Sauce

A close-up of a bowl filled with creamy beef pasta made with penne noodles and topped with fresh herbs.
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Whip up this ultimate comfort food, a rich and velvety creamy beef pasta, in just one pot in about 30 minutes. This easy ground beef pasta recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners and is a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 12 ounces dried pasta (penne or rotini work well)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it is browned completely. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onion softens, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Add the dried pasta to the pot.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately, topped with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a high protein creamy pasta boost, stir in 1/2 cup of cottage cheese or Greek yogurt along with the heavy cream.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, let the pasta sit uncovered for an extra 5 minutes after stirring in the cream and cheese.
  • This recipe is a fantastic base for adding vegetables; stir in a cup of fresh spinach during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

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