Description
Looking for a quick, creamy, flavor-packed dinner with minimal cleanup? This Creamy One-Pot Beef Pasta with Garlic Butter is your go-to weeknight hero. It combines tender pasta, juicy beef, and a rich, garlicky cream sauce—all cooked in one pot! Perfect for busy evenings, easy dinners, and comforting food ideas, this recipe will become a staple in your kitchen. Whether you're after a cozy fall meal, hearty family dish, or simple dinner idea, this one checks every box.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
8 ounces fettuccine or linguine (uncooked)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
3. Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream, scraping the bottom of the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Add the uncooked pasta, pressing it down into the liquid. Stir gently to separate the strands.
5. Simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the sauce is thickened.
6. Stir in the Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of broth or cream.
8. Let rest for 2–3 minutes off heat. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melting and flavor—it makes a big difference in the sauce texture.
If using gluten-free pasta, reduce simmering time and check frequently to prevent overcooking.
Add cooked veggies like spinach or mushrooms in the last 5 minutes to bulk up the dish with extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: easy dinner, creamy pasta, one-pot meal, comfort food, ground beef recipe