Spaghetti with Shrimp and Beef in Creamy Sauce

🛒 Ingredients (Check Off As You Measure)

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 lb ground beef
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, brown the ground beef, breaking it up. Add garlic and Italian seasoning, cook 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan until melted.
5. Add cooked spaghetti and shrimp to the sauce, tossing to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed for a silky texture. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.