Description
Indulge in this Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe that combines tender ground beef with a luscious, creamy garlic sauce that perfectly coats medium pasta shells. This dish is not only quick and easy to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—but also a delightful comfort food that promises to warm hearts and satisfy appetites. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or enjoying a cozy night in, this creamy beef pasta is sure to impress. Pair it with garlic bread or a fresh green salad for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz medium pasta shells
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add the pasta shells, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, add ground beef and brown for 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add finely chopped onion; cook until translucent (about 3 minutes). Stir in minced garlic for another minute.
- Create the sauce: Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously. Simmer on low for about 5 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine: Add drained pasta shells to the skillet, tossing gently to coat everything well before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg