Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Creamy Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef, a delightful pasta dish that perfectly balances creamy textures with savory goodness. A perfect choice for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 tablespoons garlic butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with garlic butter, seasoning with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Reduce the heat and add heavy cream, stirring, then gradually add shredded cheese until melted, combining with the beef.
- Mix in the cooked penne pasta until well-coated and allow to simmer for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat with a splash of milk or cream to restore creaminess.
- For a lighter version, substitute ground beef with turkey or use low-fat cream.
- Additional veggies can be added for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg