One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta (Printable Format)
A rich, creamy pasta with savory ground beef and garlic butter sauce, all cooked in one pot for maximum flavor and easy cleanup.
# What You'll Gather:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 lb (450g) ground beef
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
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3 cups beef broth
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2 cups milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
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12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, rotini, or fettuccine)
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
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2 tbsp butter
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it up until browned. Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Pour in beef broth and milk. Stir well. Add pasta and Italian seasoning, making sure the pasta is mostly submerged. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
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Reduce heat to low and stir in parmesan cheese and butter until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of milk or broth.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and extra parmesan. Serve hot with garlic bread or a side salad!
# Important Tips:
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Make it extra creamy: Swap milk for heavy cream.
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Want more flavor? Add mushrooms or spinach before simmering.
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Storage: Keeps well in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk.
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For a lighter version, use ground turkey instead of beef and low-fat milk.