Description
A delicious and comforting dish that combines tender beef, creamy cheese, and pasta into one hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3–4 minutes until tender.
- Add beef broth, milk, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and ground mustard (if using). Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the cubed Velveeta cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in sour cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked penne pasta and toss everything together until well coated in the creamy sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
Make sure to cook the pasta to al dente for the best texture. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: beef stroganoff, creamy pasta, quick dinner, comfort food