Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Creamy Garlic Beef Pasta, a comforting dish that combines rich flavors with a smooth texture. This easy-to-make recipe features ground beef enveloped in a velvety garlic sauce, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. In less than 30 minutes, you can create a hearty meal that will satisfy both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz medium pasta shells
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add pasta shells and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, add ground beef and cook until browned (5-7 minutes), breaking it apart as you go. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Add chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Create the sauce: Pour in heavy cream, stirring well to combine. Allow to simmer gently for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta shells to the skillet and toss until evenly coated with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg