One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta

One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is a rich, comforting dish that combines savory beef, a garlic butter sauce, and tender pasta, all cooked together in one pot for easy cleanup. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner when you want something flavorful but simple to prepare. Here’s a delicious recipe for this creamy, one-pot dish!

One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey, if preferred)
• 12 oz pasta (such as penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 cup beef broth (or chicken broth)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking the beef)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Beef:

   • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
   • Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the beef from the pot and set it aside.

2. Sauté Garlic and Onion:

   • In the same pot, add the butter and melt it over medium heat.
   • Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
   • Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant (be careful not to burn the garlic).

3. Cook the Pasta:

   • Add the beef broth to the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring it to a simmer.
   • Add the uncooked pasta to the pot, ensuring it’s mostly covered with the broth. Add a pinch of salt and pepper.
   • Cover the pot and cook the pasta according to the package instructions, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed (usually around 10 minutes).

4. Add the Cream and Parmesan:

   • Once the pasta is cooked, reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream.
   • Add the shredded Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning (if using). Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.

5. Combine Beef and Serve:

   • Return the cooked ground beef to the pot and stir to combine. Allow the beef to heat through, about 2-3 minutes.
   • Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

6. Garnish and Serve:

   • Serve the creamy beef and garlic butter pasta in bowls, garnished with fresh chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
   • Optionally, sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor.

This One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is rich, creamy, and loaded with flavor, making it the perfect meal to enjoy after a busy day. The beauty of this recipe lies in how simple it is—everything is cooked in one pot, making cleanup a breeze!

Feel free to add in some veggies like spinach, mushrooms, or peas if you want to incorporate more greens or flavors into the dish.

Let me know if you’d like any variations or additions!