One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta
Savor a rich and hearty pasta dish where tender beef, a luxurious creamy sauce, and aromatic garlic butter meld together in a single pot for an easy, comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
– 8 oz pasta (such as penne or fettuccine)
– 1 lb beef (sliced into strips or ground beef)
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 2 cups beef broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the pasta.
6. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente.
7. Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
– Adjust seasonings as needed.
– For an extra touch, allow the sauce to reduce slightly for a richer flavor.
– Optionally, add mushrooms or spinach during step 4 for additional texture and taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg