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Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef

Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef for Cozy Nights

This Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef recipe is a comforting dish that combines rich flavors and creamy textures, perfect for any weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Penne Pasta or substitute with rigatoni or fusilli
For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or use vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning or substitute with oregano, basil, or thyme
  • 1/4 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup Beef Broth or vegetable broth
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Parsley fresh, chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet
  • Colander
  • Wooden spoon
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and keep warm.
  2. Sauté minced garlic in olive oil over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef, cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Stir occasionally.
  4. Season the beef with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in beef broth and heavy cream, stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Add drained pasta, and toss to coat with the sauce. Heat for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
  8. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, cover, and cook on low for 2-3 minutes until melted.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Be careful not to burn the garlic during sautéing, as it can impart a bitter flavor. Adjust seasonings to taste.

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