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Garlic Butter Beef Pasta Recipe

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Garlic Butter Beef Pasta is a creamy, savory dish combining ground beef, fragrant garlic, and tender pasta cooked in a rich butter and cream sauce. This one-pan recipe is easy and comforting, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner for four.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 8 oz linguine or fettuccine
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for serving

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  2. Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Add Seasonings: Stir in the onion powder, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning to evenly coat the beef mixture.
  4. Simmer Pasta: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Add the pasta, making sure it is submerged in the liquid. Bring to a low simmer, then cover and cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Add more broth or water if needed to keep the pasta moist.
  5. Finish with Cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • If the sauce thickens too much before the pasta is cooked, add extra chicken broth or water to prevent sticking.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for better flavor and texture.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • This recipe contains milk and gluten, so it is not suitable for those with allergies to these ingredients.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/garlic-butter-beef-pasta-recipe/