Description
A comforting creamy pasta dish combining garlic, butter, and hearty ground beef, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta (your choice)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese, mixing until well combined and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This dish can be easily customized by adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition. For extra heat, consider adding red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American