Description
Indulge in a comforting and satisfying meal with this Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta recipe. Perfect for a quick and easy dinner, this one-pot pasta dish is rich, creamy, and loaded with savory flavors. The combination of tender ground beef, creamy cheeses, and aromatic seasonings makes it a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Creamy Ground Beef Pasta:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (such as penne or rotini)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
- Cook the ground beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Saute onions and garlic: Add the diced onion and cook until softened, then stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add liquids and pasta: Pour in the beef broth and milk, then add the uncooked pasta, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Add cheeses: Stir in Parmesan and shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Rest and garnish: Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add a handful of spinach or peas at the end for a veggie boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
