Description
Get ready to indulge in a delightfully creamy and satisfying pasta dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights! Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta is a one-pot wonder that combines savory ground beef, tender pasta, and a rich, velvety sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is a family-friendly favorite that’s sure to become a regular in your meal rotation.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 12 ounce pasta
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
1. Step 1: Brown Beef & Sauté Aromatics
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s nicely browned and crumbly. Once the beef is cooked through, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté these aromatic ingredients until they’re softened and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Step 2: Add Liquids & Pasta
4. Now it’s time to create the saucy base. Stir in the tomato sauce and beef broth, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Then, add the uncooked pasta and give everything a good stir to combine. Cover the skillet and let the mixture simmer on medium-low heat for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
5. Step 3: Make It Creamy
6. The magic happens in this final step! Stir in the shredded cheese and heavy cream (or cream cheese) and cook for 2-3 more minutes, until the cheese is melted and the sauce is beautifully creamy.
7. Step 4: Serve & Garnish
8. Ladle the Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta into bowls and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese. Serve it hot and watch as the whole family digs in with delight!
Notes
The beauty of this recipe is its versatility. Try swapping in ground turkey or Italian sausage for the beef, or add in sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach for extra veggies. For a spicier kick, stir in a teaspoon or two of red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams