Description
This One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is a rich, comforting dish made with tender ground beef, a luscious garlic butter sauce, and Parmesan cheese. With everything cooked in one pot, it’s an easy, quick, and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in just 30 minutes, this hearty pasta dish will satisfy the whole family with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
2 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 ounces pasta (penne or spaghetti works well)
Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Brown the Beef:
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
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Sauté Aromatics:
- Stir in the garlic and onion, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
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Season the Dish:
- Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
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Simmer the Sauce:
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Let cook for 5 minutes to reduce slightly.
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Make It Creamy:
- Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce thickens (about 3-4 minutes).
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Cook the Pasta:
- Add the uncooked pasta to the pot, ensuring it’s covered by the sauce.
- If needed, add extra water or broth.
- Cover and cook according to the pasta package instructions (8-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
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Finish & Serve:
- Once the pasta is tender and the sauce is creamy, remove from heat.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: ~450 kcal per serving
