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One-Pot Creamy Garlic Butter Beef Pasta: 30-Minute Comfort Food

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Make this easy, satisfying creamy beef pasta in one pot in under 30 minutes. This recipe delivers rich, savory comfort food 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
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the olive oil, 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 broth mixture. Stir well to prevent sticking.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally during simmering.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and butter until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute half of the beef broth with half-and-half or whole milk in the final step, reducing the heavy cream slightly.
  • If the sauce seems too thick after adding the cream, add a splash of reserved pasta water or extra broth until you reach your desired consistency.
  • You can add 1 cup of frozen peas or spinach during the last 5 minutes of simmering for added vegetables.

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