High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta (Recipe for Printing)
Creamy beef pasta with penne and lean ground beef, deliciously quick and rich in protein for nightly meals.
# What You Need:
→ Pasta
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8 ounces penne pasta
→ Beef
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1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
→ Dairy
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1 cup heavy cream
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Parmesan cheese, grated
→ Aromatics and Seasoning
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
01 -
In a large skillet set over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it into small crumbles throughout the process.
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Add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning to the browned beef. Continue to sauté for one minute until the garlic is aromatic.
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Pour in the heavy cream and stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Allow the cheese to melt and the sauce to become smooth.
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Add cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing gently until all pieces are well coated with the creamy beef mixture.
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Serve immediately, topping with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
# Extra Tips:
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Reserve a small amount of pasta cooking water for adjusting consistency of the final sauce if needed.