High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta: Easy Weeknight Dinner Delight
High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta for Busy Weeknight Wins
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 ounces pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, browning ground beef over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and combined.
- Add cooked pasta, mixing well; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish can be made with any type of pasta.
- Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 36 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
Keywords: High Protein, Creamy, Beef Pasta, Weeknight Dinner