Description
Creamy Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef is a comforting, flavor-packed pasta dish that combines tender penne pasta, savory ground beef, and a luxuriously creamy cheese sauce infused with garlic and Italian seasoning.
Ingredients
- 8 ounce penne pasta
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until it reaches the perfect al dente texture. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
2. Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it’s browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
3. Add the Garlic: Stir the minced garlic into the cooked ground beef and sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant.
4. Make the Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
5. Combine the Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked penne to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated with the cheesy, garlic-infused sauce.
6. Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the Creamy Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef to a serving dish and garnish with additional shredded cheese or fresh herbs if desired. Serve the dish warm and savor every delicious bite!
Notes
Consider using reduced-fat or low-fat cheddar cheese for a healthier option. Pair with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables to balance out the meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg