Description
Turn a weeknight into a flavor-packed celebration with this Cajun Beef Linguine in Creamy Velveeta Parmesan Garlic Sauce. This bold and creamy pasta dish blends tender Cajun-spiced ground beef, silky Velveeta cheese, sharp parmesan, and garlic into a rich sauce that clings perfectly to every strand of linguine. It’s the perfect balance of spice and comfort, making it one of the best easy dinner ideas you’ll return to again and again. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner inspiration, creamy pasta recipes, or bold food ideas with a kick, this dish checks all the boxes for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
400g linguine
500g ground beef (80/20)
200g Velveeta cheese, cubed
50g freshly grated parmesan cheese
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine until al dente, then drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess fat and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
4. Pour in heavy cream, reduce heat to medium-low, and stir to warm.
5. Add cubed Velveeta and parmesan to the skillet. Stir continuously until melted into a creamy sauce.
6. Add drained linguine into the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Add pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
7. Fold the seasoned beef back into the skillet. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes to meld flavors.
8. Plate and garnish with chopped parsley or extra parmesan, if desired.
Notes
This sauce is best served immediately while hot and creamy.
Use freshly grated parmesan for the best melt and flavor.
If your sauce gets too thick, loosen it with reserved pasta water or a splash of milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, spicy beef pasta, quick dinner, Cajun linguine, Velveeta pasta