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One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta

One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta: Dinner Made Easy

This One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta offers a silky, comforting dinner solution that’s versatile and easy to make in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta (your choice) Choose your favorite shape; gluten-free options work well too.
For the Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can be substituted with plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds a rich flavor; olive oil is a lighter alternative if preferred.
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion Chopped; brings sweetness and depth.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; essential for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Enhances the dish's flavor profile.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Creates a rich, silky sauce.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated; adds umami and richness.
To Finish
  • to taste Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
  • extra for garnish Parmesan Cheese

Equipment

  • large pot or skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the Butter: In a large pot or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Sauté the Onions: Add the chopped sweet onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Infuse with Garlic and Seasoning: Stir in the minced garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking for an additional minute.
  4. Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef, breaking it apart and cooking for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  5. Create the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and add the Parmesan cheese; stir for 3 minutes until combined.
  6. Toss in the Pasta: Add your cooked pasta, tossing to coat it with the sauce, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Season and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning, serving immediately garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, reheat the sauce gently and consider adding vegetables for a nutritional boost.

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