A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring ground beef and garlic, perfect for a delicious dinner.
Author:Isabella
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
8 ounces fettuccine pasta
1 pound ground beef
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup beef broth
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for about 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning, mixing well. Allow the sauce to simmer for another 3-5 minutes until it thickens.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted and the pasta is heated through.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef and use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers to the skillet for extra flavor and nutrition. Sauté them with the garlic before adding the beef.