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Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta

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Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta is a delightful one-pot meal that combines tender pasta with seasoned ground beef in a luscious cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights and will have everyone at the table asking for seconds. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, it’s a satisfying blend of flavors that brings warmth to any dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. 1. Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
  2. 2. Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent (about 4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
  3. 3. Brown the beef: Add ground beef to the skillet and break it up as it cooks until browned (about 5-6 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. 4. Create the sauce: Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine with the meat mixture. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer for about 3 minutes.
  5. 5. Combine everything: Toss cooked pasta into the skillet along with reserved pasta water as needed for consistency. Stir until pasta is thoroughly coated.
  6. 6. Serve: Plate the creamy beef pasta and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Keywords: - For added nutrition, mix in fresh spinach or bell peppers. - Substitute ground beef with turkey or lentils for a lighter or vegetarian option. - Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or cheddar for unique flavors.

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