One-Pot Creamy Beef & Garlic Butter Pasta

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One-Pot Creamy Beef & Garlic Butter Pasta

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • 3 cups (720 ml) beef broth
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 12 oz (340 g) pasta (penne, rotini, or shells)
  • 1 cup (100 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef
    In a large deep skillet or pot over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
  2. Garlic butter base
    Add butter and garlic. Sauté 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Season
    Stir in Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. One-pot magic
    Add beef broth, cream, and uncooked pasta. Stir well.
  5. Simmer
    Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
  6. Finish creamy
    Stir in Parmesan until melted and silky.
  7. Serve
    Garnish with parsley or red pepper flakes if desired.

Tips for Best Results

✔ Stir often so pasta doesn’t stick
✔ If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of broth or milk
✔ Let rest 2–3 minutes before serving for extra creaminess

Easy Variations

  • Cheesy: Add ½ cup mozzarella or cheddar
  • Veggie boost: Stir in spinach or mushrooms
  • Spicy: Add chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce
  • Extra rich: Finish with 1 tbsp cream cheese

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