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Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta Recipe

Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta Recipe
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A cozy and hearty creamy beef and garlic butter pasta that comes together in under 30 minutes. Tender ground beef combines with rich garlic butter and a velvety heavy cream sauce, coating your favorite pasta for a rich, savory, and satisfying comfort meal perfect for any weeknight.

Ingredients

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Meat and Dairy

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Pasta and Seasoning

  • 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook your pasta of choice according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water for later use.
  2. Brown the ground beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble in the ground beef and cook until browned all over, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Sauté garlic in butter: Add butter to the skillet with the browned beef and allow it to melt. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant and golden, about 1-2 minutes, infusing the butter with garlic aroma.
  4. Make the creamy sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine, scraping any browned bits from the pan. Let the sauce simmer gently for a few minutes until slightly thickened. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
  5. Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked pasta directly into the skillet and toss well to coat evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time to loosen it to your desired consistency.
  6. Finish and garnish: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving for a fresh, herbaceous finish and vibrant presentation.

Notes

  • Use freshly minced garlic for the best flavor instead of garlic powder.
  • Cook pasta al dente to ensure it holds texture with the sauce.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts better and enhances creaminess.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if it thickens too much.
  • Cook ground beef in batches to achieve better browning and avoid steaming.

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Keywords: creamy beef pasta, garlic butter pasta, comfort food, quick dinner, weeknight meal, creamy sauce pasta

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