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Creamy beef pasta served in a bowl with fresh herbs and cheese.

High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta

This creamy beef pasta is a comforting meal, bursting with flavor and packed with protein, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Protein
  • 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
  • 1 lb ground beef
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Seasonings and Garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the heavy cream and beef broth, stirring to combine.
  2. Add Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning; cook until the sauce thickens.
  3. Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, mixing well.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in portioned containers for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat on low.