One-Pot Creamy Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta (Print Version)
Creamy pasta paired with beef, garlic butter, and Parmesan for a quick, flavorful one-pot meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound lean ground beef
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1 medium onion, finely diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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¼ cup dry white wine or beef broth
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3 cups beef broth
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2 ½ cups water
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1 pound pasta (penne, rotini, or farfalle)
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1 cup heavy cream
→ Garlic Butter Sauce
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½ cup unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
→ Finishing Touches
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1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
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½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
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Fresh basil leaves (optional)
# Instructions:
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Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
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Add diced onion to the beef and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the first portion of minced garlic (4 cloves), Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, until it darkens slightly.
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If using, add white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook until the wine has mostly evaporated, about 2 minutes.
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Pour in beef broth and water. Bring to a boil, then add the pasta. Reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 12-15 minutes.
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In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the remaining minced garlic (4 cloves) and cook until fragrant but not browned, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
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When the pasta is al dente, reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and garlic butter. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
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Fold in chopped parsley and cherry tomatoes if using. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese, fresh basil leaves, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired.
# Notes:
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Adjust salt and red pepper flakes to taste depending on personal preference.