Description
A comforting and flavorful one-pot meal featuring ground beef, garlic butter, and tender pasta cooked together in a savory broth, finished with cream and Parmesan cheese for a rich and creamy sauce. Perfect for a quick and hearty dinner with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Dairy
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Pasta and Broth
- 12 oz pasta (such as penne or rigatoni)
- 2 cups beef broth
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the butter over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until the onion is softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Broth and Pasta: Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Add the pasta, ensuring it is covered by the broth. Season with Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the Pasta: Cover the pot and cook the pasta according to package instructions, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the pasta is al dente and the liquid is mostly absorbed, about 10-12 minutes.
- Make Creamy Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Seasoning and Garnish: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use pasta shapes like penne, rigatoni, or shells that hold sauce well.
- For a spicier dish, increase crushed red pepper flakes to taste.
- If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of beef broth or water.
- To make it lighter, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream or use reduced-fat cheese.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
