Description
This Creamy Garlic Beef Pasta Recipe is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender beef with creamy garlic sauce over your choice of pasta. It’s a perfect meal for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
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- 8 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)
- 1 lb ground beef (or thinly sliced beef strips)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (if using beef strips)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garlic Cream Sauce:
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Beef: In a skillet, cook the ground beef (or beef strips if using) with olive oil until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Make Sauce: Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir in heavy cream and beef broth. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta to the skillet, along with Parmesan cheese. Toss to coat the pasta in the creamy garlic sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrients.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg