Description
A cozy family favorite, this creamy garlic butter pasta with ground beef wraps you in comfort, satisfying weeknight cravings with its rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or your choice)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and keep warm.
- Melt butter in the same pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Increase heat and add ground beef, browning it evenly. Once cooked, pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until a creamy sauce forms. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
Notes
Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed. Customize by adding sautéed vegetables or spices for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy sauce, ground beef, comfort food, family dinner