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Creamy Beef Pasta

Creamy Beef Pasta: A Cozy Dinner You'll Love to Devour

Indulge in this creamy beef pasta, a high protein delight perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Any available variety like penne or fusilli
For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Ground turkey is a great leaner alternative
  • 14.5 ounces Diced Tomatoes Crushed tomatoes can be used if diced is unavailable
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can be a suitable substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic recommended; garlic powder can be an alternative
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Plain yogurt is an acceptable substitute
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used for a dairy-free option

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Beef Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the lean ground beef over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, breaking apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes until onions are soft and garlic is fragrant.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes, Greek yogurt, and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  5. Gently add the drained pasta to the skillet and mix well to combine, cooking for an additional minute. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a thicker sauce, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water and stir in before simmering. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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