Description
One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is the ultimate comfort dish that combines rich flavors and easy preparation. This delightful recipe features tender pasta enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce, accented by savory ground beef and a sprinkle of parmesan. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, as everything cooks in just one pot, making cleanup a breeze. In about 30 minutes, you can serve a hearty meal that will satisfy everyone’s cravings. Whether paired with garlic bread or a fresh salad, this creamy pasta is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or fettuccine)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in beef broth and milk; stir to combine.
- Add pasta and Italian seasoning; ensure it's mostly submerged.
- Bring to a simmer; cover and cook for 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in parmesan cheese and butter until melted.
- Adjust seasoning as needed; garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg