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Creamy Garlic Butter Pasta with Ground Beef

A quick and comforting dish featuring pasta coated in a creamy garlic butter sauce with hearty ground beef.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 ounces 8 ounces pasta (such as fettuccine or spaghetti) Use your preferred pasta shape.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 pound 1 pound ground beef Feel free to swap with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 4 tablespoons 4 tablespoons butter Use unsalted butter for better control of seasoning.
  • 4 cloves 4 cloves garlic, minced Minced garlic should be used for better incorporation.
  • 1 cup 1 cup heavy cream Alternative: Substitute half milk for a lighter sauce.
  • 1 cup 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated melts better than pre-grated.
  • to taste Salt and pepper to taste Add gradually to adjust flavors.
  • Fresh parsley Fresh parsley for garnish Enhances flavor and presentation.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
  5. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Final Assembly
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the pot and toss to coat in the sauce.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For best results, serve immediately. This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of cream to maintain texture. Consider adding veggies to enhance the dish.