Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef Recipe
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Cheesy Penne with Garlic Butter Ground Beef. This hearty pasta dish features tender penne coated in a creamy, cheesy sauce infused with savory garlic butter and seasoned ground beef.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
Penne Pasta:
- 8 ounces penne pasta
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Cheese Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook until al dente.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Sauté garlic and ground beef with seasonings until browned.
- Prepare the Sauce: Combine butter, cream, and cheeses in a skillet until smooth.
- Combine and Serve: Toss cooked pasta with cheese sauce, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Feel free to customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 55g
- Saturated Fat: 32g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: Cheesy Penne, Ground Beef Pasta, Creamy Pasta Recipe
