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One-Pot Creamy Garlic Butter Beef Pasta

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Make this rich and comforting ground beef pasta dish in one pot for easy cleanup. It features a creamy garlic butter sauce perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 12 ounces pasta (penne or rotini work well)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the pot with the beef. Cook for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
  3. Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Add the dry pasta to the boiling liquid. Stir well to prevent sticking.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and butter until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute half of the beef broth with dry red wine and let it cook down before adding the pasta.
  • If the sauce seems too thick after adding the cream, add a splash of milk or reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
  • You can add 1/2 cup of frozen peas or chopped mushrooms along with the pasta for extra vegetables.

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