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High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe for Quick Weeknight Dinners

This hearty and creamy beef pasta recipe is packed with protein and ready in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat
  • 1 lb pounds ground beef
Pasta
  • 12 oz ounces penne pasta
Dairy & Sauces
  • 1 cup cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup cups parmesan cheese grated
Vegetables & Seasonings
  • 2 cloves cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 tsp teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add minced garlic, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute.
  3. Stir in heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese; simmer until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to combine. Serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with fresh parsley or additional parmesan before serving.