Creamy One-Pot Beef Pasta
A quick and easy creamy one-pot beef pasta recipe that delivers comforting, hearty flavors in just 30 minutes. Perfect for cozy dinners and family meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef
- 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne or rotini recommended)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups (950ml) beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (100g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
- Push the beef to the side and add diced onion. Cook until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Add the pasta and beef broth to the pot, stirring to combine. Ensure the pasta is submerged; add a splash more broth if needed. Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer gently for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the broth.
- Stir in the heavy cream, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen it. If too thin, simmer uncovered a few more minutes. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and use plant-based cheese or omit cheese. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta and check broth labels.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 575
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
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