Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef Recipe
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef. This hearty and satisfying pasta dish is a perfect blend of creamy, cheesy goodness combined with savory ground beef, garlic, and fragrant Italian seasonings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Penne Pasta:
- 12 oz penne pasta
Ground Beef:
- 1 lb ground beef
Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Penne Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Ground Beef: Cook ground beef in butter until browned. Season and set aside.
- Sauté the Garlic and Onion: Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Combine cream and broth in skillet. Add cheeses and stir until smooth.
- Combine the Beef and Pasta: Mix cooked beef and pasta with sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: Cheesy Penne, Ground Beef Pasta, Creamy Garlic Sauce
