Description
One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is a quick, satisfying meal that brings together tender ground beef, rich garlic butter, and creamy parmesan sauce all in one pot. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, allowing you to whip up a delicious dish in just 30 minutes with minimal cleanup. The harmonious blend of flavors ensures each bite is comforting and fulfilling, making it an instant favorite among both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups milk (or heavy cream)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cups beef broth
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat.
- Brown the ground beef for 5-6 minutes until fully cooked.
- Add minced garlic and seasonings; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and milk; stir to combine.
- Add pasta and Italian seasoning, ensuring it is mostly submerged.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes until the pasta is tender.
- Stir in parmesan cheese and butter until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Adjust seasoning as needed; garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg