Description
A delightful and comforting dish combining tender penne pasta with rich garlic butter, seasoned ground beef, and creamy cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until fragrant and the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Pour in the heavy cream and beef broth, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Stir in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, use seasoned beef. Add vegetables for added nutrition, and you can freeze the dish in a freezer-safe container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: pasta, beef, cheesy, garlic, comfort food