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Creamy Garlic Beef Pasta Recipe for Easy Dinners on a Budget

Close-up of creamy garlic beef pasta with fettuccine noodles and parsley garnish.

A comforting and budget-friendly pasta dish with ground beef in a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or your favorite)
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat and add the ground beef, cooking until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Add minced garlic and sautรฉ for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring in reserved pasta water if necessary.
  5. Add the cooked pasta and grated Parmesan cheese, tossing until evenly coated, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

  • For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
  • Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition.

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