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Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef

Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef for Cozy Nights

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Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef is a comforting dish that combines cheesy goodness with savory satisfaction. Perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Penne Pasta or rigatoni or fusilli
For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or lean turkey or chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) or garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust based on dietary preferences
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper or white pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning or fresh herbs like basil or oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half or plant-based milk
  • 1 cup Beef Broth or vegetable broth
For the Cheesy Toppings
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) or Pecorino Romano
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (shredded) or any melting cheese
For the Fresh Touch
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped, for garnish) or basil or chives

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until fully browned.
  4. Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well and cook for another minute.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and pour in beef broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Gently fold the cooked penne into the creamy beef sauce until well-coated.
  7. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
  8. Top the pasta with shredded mozzarella cheese, cover the skillet, and let it sit over low heat for 3-5 minutes until cheese melts.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftover Cheesy Penne in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat adding a splash of milk for moisture.

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