Can I use a different type of pasta?

Yes, any short pasta that holds sauce well works great. Rigatoni, rotini, or farfalle are all excellent choices.

What if I don't have heavy cream?

Half-and-half works well for a lighter version. For an even lighter option, use milk, though the sauce won't be quite as rich and creamy.

Can I add vegetables?

Absolutely. Spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes are delicious additions. Add heartier vegetables with the onions and leafy greens at the very end.

Easy Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta Recipe

Name: Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 8 ounces penne or fusilli pasta; 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half); 1 medium onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon olive oil

Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta

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One-pot Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta with rich Parmesan cream sauce. Easy comfort food ready in 30 minutes!

Author: James Carter Jr
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

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1 pound lean ground beef
8 ounces penne or fusilli pasta
1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 5 minutes until translucent.
Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
Add ground beef, breaking apart as it cooks. Cook 6-8 minutes until completely browned. Season with salt and pepper.
Meanwhile, boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Pour vegetable broth into skillet with beef. Simmer 2 minutes, scraping up browned bits.
Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Simmer gently 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Stir in Parmesan cheese until completely melted and smooth.
Add cooked pasta to skillet, tossing to coat evenly with sauce.
Serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top.

Notes

Fresh grated Parmesan melts smoother than pre-grated.
Low-sodium broth allows better control of salt levels.
Don’t overcook pasta – it should be al dente.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (350g)
Calories: 560 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 620 mg
Fat: 32 g
Saturated Fat: 17 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 46 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 115 mg

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