Description
Looking for a comforting, creamy pasta dish that’s quick to prepare? This Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta recipe is your answer! Combining savory ground beef with aromatic garlic in a rich butter sauce, this one-pot meal is not only easy to make but also delivers bold flavors that will please the entire family. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Plus, it’s customizable—feel free to swap out ingredients based on your preferences. Enjoy a delightful dining experience with this creamy beef pasta dish that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the ground beef, cooking until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in minced garlic and dried Italian seasoning; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth and add uncooked pasta. Stir well and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
- If desired, mix in grated Parmesan cheese and heavy cream or milk until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve hot garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg