Description
A creamy, cheesy penne pasta dish combined with savory garlic butter ground beef, perfect for a comforting and flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
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Meat and Dairy
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Pasta
- 12 oz penne pasta
Seasonings and Broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, careful not to burn it.
- Brown Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Season Beef: Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using, ensuring the beef is evenly coated with the spices.
- Simmer with Broth: Pour in the beef broth and let the mixture simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes to combine flavors and reduce slightly.
- Combine Pasta and Beef: Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss everything together to coat the pasta in the flavorful garlic butter and beef mixture.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy, creating a rich, cheesy sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top if desired, then serve hot for a delicious, comforting meal.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for ground beef for a lighter option.
- Incorporate sautéed spinach or mushrooms to add vegetables and extra flavor.
- Increase the amount of cheese for a more indulgent, gooey texture.
- This dish reheats well, making it ideal for leftovers or meal prepping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
