Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of I Made This One-Pot Creamy Beef, a dish that brings together tender ground beef and creamy pasta in a delightful medley. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is designed to simplify your cooking experience while delivering rich, savory flavors that everyone will adore. With minimal prep and cleanup required, you’ll have more time to savor each bite. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or pasta types for a truly personal touch.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or spaghetti)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
- Sauté the minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the Italian seasoning and beef broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add your chosen pasta directly to the pot, stirring well. Cover and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out ground beef for ground turkey or chicken if desired. Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition and color. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add more beef broth to achieve your desired consistency.