Description
This Creamy Beef Pasta One Pot recipe is a quick and comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights. Combining ground beef, pasta, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce all cooked in one pot, it delivers hearty flavors with minimal cleanup in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Dairy
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Pantry Staples
- 12 ounces pasta
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté aromatics: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Brown the beef: Add 1 pound of ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned and no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add pasta and liquids: Stir in 12 ounces of pasta, 4 cups of beef broth, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Mix well to combine.
- Cook the pasta: Bring the mixture to a boil. Then reduce heat to a simmer, cover partially, and cook until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 12-15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add cream and cheese: Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is rich and creamy.
- Season to taste: Add salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference. Stir to combine.
- Serve hot: Spoon the creamy beef pasta into bowls and enjoy immediately for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Use any type of short pasta like penne, rotini, or shells for best results.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of beef broth or cream to loosen it.
- For extra flavor, garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
