High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta: Quick & Delicious Weeknight Dinner
This High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta is perfect for quick weeknight dinners, combining lean beef with a creamy sauce and pasta for a satisfying meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a healthier version, substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken.
- You can add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
Keywords: High Protein, Creamy Beef Pasta, Weeknight Dinner