Irresistible Creamy Beef Pasta for Cozy Nights Delight
This Irresistible Creamy Beef Pasta is the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for chilly evenings. With tender beef, rich cream, and perfectly cooked pasta, it’s a warm hug in a bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Fettuccine or penne pasta (or any pasta shape)
- Lean ground beef (or ground turkey or chicken)
- Heavy cream (or half-and-half or plant-based cream)
- Fresh garlic (or garlic powder)
- Yellow onion (or shallots)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for dairy-free option)
- Fresh or frozen spinach (or kale or arugula)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Italian seasoning
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Start by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about a cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Add Cream: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let it simmer gently for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Incorporate Spinach: Toss in the fresh or thawed spinach and let it wilt into the creamy mixture, stirring until combined.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, mixing everything together. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Finish with Cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until melted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: Plate your creamy beef pasta and garnish with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper. Enjoy the comforting flavors!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: For added spice, include red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic and onion. Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini for extra nutrition and flavor.