Savory High Protein Beef Pasta Recipe for Quick Weeknight Wins
5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star
No reviews
Author:sophieb
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Whip up a highprotein beef pasta dish for quick dinners Enjoy creamy flavors that make weeknight meals effortless and delicious 155 chars
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb of ground beef
8 oz of pasta (your choice)
1 cup of heavy cream
1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 medium onion, diced
1 tbsp of Italian seasoning
To taste of salt
To taste of pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water for later, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked, approximately 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Reduce heat to low, then pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently. Add the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it well to combine with the creamy sauce. Allow it to heat through for an additional 2 minutes. Serve hot with extra Parmesan, if desired.
Notes
A delightful weeknight dinner that combines tender beef and creamy sauce over pasta, providing a nutritious and satisfying meal in just 30 minutes.
