High Protein Creamy Ground Beef Pasta: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that is high in protein, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in heavy cream, cheese, and Italian seasoning. Mix until cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: High Protein Creamy Ground Beef Pasta