One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta — Comfort Food Made Easy
One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is a comforting, creamy Italian-American dish made with ground beef, pasta, and a rich garlic butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Main Course, Comfort Food
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
- 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, rotini, or fettuccine)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook 5–6 min until browned.
- Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook 1 min until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and milk, stir well.
- Add pasta and Italian seasoning, ensuring pasta is mostly submerged. Simmer covered 12–15 min, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in Parmesan and butter until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning and add splash of milk/broth if needed.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- Optional: Use heavy cream for a richer sauce.
- Can add vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.
- Meal prep-friendly; store in airtight container for up to 3 days.