Description
Indulgent creamy ground beef alfredo pasta delivers comfort with bold Italian-American fusion flavors. Hearty pasta promises rich, cheesy satisfaction that promises to elevate weeknight dinner experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
main ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 16 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups heavy cream
supporting ingredients:
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
seasoning and garnish:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles until fully cooked and no pink remains, approximately 7-8 minutes.
- While the beef cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes.
- Remove the ground beef from the skillet, drain excess fat, and set the meat aside, leaving a small amount of residual fat in the pan.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium-low and add butter, allowing it to melt completely. Mince garlic and sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, stirring continuously to combine with the garlic and butter. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
- Incorporate the cooked ground beef back into the cream sauce, stirring to ensure even distribution. Sprinkle in grated parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste. Allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Drain the cooked pasta and add directly into the skillet, tossing thoroughly to coat each strand with the creamy beef sauce.
- Transfer the completed dish to a serving platter and garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a lighter sauce without compromising flavor depth.
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese melts more smoothly and provides a richer taste compared to pre-packaged alternatives.
- Customize the dish by adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrition and texture variation.
- Transform this recipe into a gluten-free option by substituting regular fettuccine with zucchini noodles or gluten-free pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 752
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg